100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire – Best History MCQs

100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire. Test your knowledge of the majestic Mughal Empire with 100 meticulously crafted multiple-choice questions! From the rise of Babur to the decline under British rule, explore the empire’s art, architecture, culture, politics, and enduring legacy on India.

Rise and Establishment – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

1. The founder of the Mughal Empire in India was:

     a) Babur

     b) Humayun

     c) Akbar

     d) Jahangir

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2. The year the First Battle of Panipat was fought, establishing the Mughal Empire, was:

     a) 1526

     b) 1530

     c) 1540

     d) 1550

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3. Sher Shah Suri, who briefly interrupted Mughal rule, defeated Humayun at the Battle of:

     a) Panipat

     b) Kanauj

     c) Chanderi

     d) Chausa

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4. Akbar’s religious policy of tolerance was known as:

     a) Din-i-Illahi

     b) Mansabdari system

     c) Sufism

     d)  Sulh-i-Kul

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5. The innovative land revenue system implemented by Akbar was called:

     a) Jagirdari system

     b) Mansabdari system

     c) Dahsala system

     d) Zamindari system

6. The magnificent city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by which Mughal emperor?

     a) Babur

     b) Humayun

     c) Akbar

     d) Jahangir

7. The famous court historian of Akbar who wrote the Ain-i-Akbari was:

     a) Abul Fazl

     b) Faizi

     c) Badauni

     d) Ferishta

8. Which Mughal emperor was known for his patronage of miniature paintings?

     a) Babur

     b) Humayun

     c) Akbar

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9. The wife of Jahangir, who played a significant role in the Mughal court, was:

     a) Jodha Bai

     b) Nur Jahan

     c) Mumtaz Mahal

     d) Mehr-un-Nissa

10. The iconic Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built by Shah Jahan as a tomb for:

     a) Himself

     b) His mother

     c) His father

     d) His wife

Akbar’s Reign and Policies – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

11. Aurangzeb’s reign was marked by:

     a) Expansion of the Mughal Empire 

     b) Religious orthodoxy

     c) Both a and b 

     d) Decline of the empire

12.  A crucial battle in 1707, considered a turning point in the Mughal Empire’s decline, was the Battle of:

     a) Plassey

     b) Buxar 

     c) Jajau

     d) Samugarh

13. The Mughal Emperor known for being a patron of music and art was:

     a) Jahangir

     b) Shah Jahan

     c) Aurangzeb

     d) Muhammad Shah

14.  The last powerful Mughal emperor was:

      a) Aurangzeb

      b) Bahadur Shah I

      c) Muhammad Shah

      d) Bahadur Shah Zafar

15. Which of the following was NOT a major regional power that emerged as the Mughal Empire weakened?

      a) The Marathas

      b) The Sikhs

      c) The Rajputs 

      d) The Bahmani Sultanate

16. The East India Company gained control over Bengal after the Battle of:

      a) Panipat (1761)

      b) Plassey (1757)

      c) Buxar (1764)

      d) Jajau (1707)

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17. The subsidiary alliance system, a strategy used by the British to expand their influence, aimed to:

      a)  Form military alliances with Indian states

      b)  Force rulers to accept British residents in their courts 

      c)  Prevent rulers from having independent  foreign relations

      d)  All of the above 

18. The Mughal emperor formally deposed by the British in 1857 was:

      a) Bahadur Shah I

      b) Muhammad Shah 

      c) Aurangzeb

      d) Bahadur Shah Zafar 

19.  An important centre of the revolt of 1857 was:

      a) Delhi

      b) Kanpur

      c) Lucknow

      d) All of the above

20.  The Mughal Empire’s legacy in India includes contributions to:

      a) Architecture

      b) Art and literature

      c) Administrative systems

      d) All of the above

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21. Which Mughal emperor was known for building the Red Fort in Delhi? 

    a) Akbar

    b)  Jahangir

    c) Shah Jahan

    d) Aurangzeb

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22. “Mansabdar” in the Mughal empire referred to:

    a) A religious scholar

    b) A military rank holder

    c) A court musician

    d) A tax collector 

23. The famous Mughal monument constructed of red sandstone and located in Agra is the:

    a) Fatehpur Sikri

    b) Red Fort

    c) Jama Masjid

    d) Agra Fort

24. Which Mughal emperor reintroduced the Jizya tax on non-Muslims?

    a) Akbar

    b) Jahangir

    c) Shah Jahan

    d) Aurangzeb

25. The Mughal capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi by:

    a) Akbar

    b) Shah Jahan

    c) Aurangzeb

    d) Bahadur Shah Zafar 

26. Which Mughal emperor faced opposition from the Sikhs and Guru Tegh Bahadur?

    a) Akbar

    b) Jahangir

    c) Shah Jahan

    d) Aurangzeb

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27. The Mughal Empire’s decline can be attributed to factors such as:

    a) Wars of succession

    b) Rise of regional powers

    c) Economic strain 

    d) All of the above

28. The Mughal emperor known for his simplicity and religious devotion was:

    a) Akbar

    b) Jahangir

    c) Aurangzeb

    d) Bahadur Shah I

29. The practice of “Sati” was challenged and reform efforts were made during the reign of:

    a) Babur

    b) Humayun

    c) Akbar

    d) Aurangzeb

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30. Which of the following statements is true about the Mughal Empire’s cultural contributions?

    a) Persian cultural influence was predominant

    b) Development of the Urdu language took place

    c) Hindu-Muslim architectural styles blended

    d) All of the above 

Mughal Expansion and Conflicts – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

31.  The ‘Koh-i-Noor’ diamond, now part of the British Crown Jewels, was originally in the possession of the Mughal Emperors. From whom did the British acquire it?

     a) Bahadur Shah Zafar

     b) Shah Jahan

     c) Maharajah Duleep Singh

     d) Aurangzeb

32.  Which Mughal Emperor attempted to create a new religion known as Din-i-Ilahi?

      a) Akbar

      b) Aurangzeb

      c) Jahangir

      d) Shah Jahan

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33.   The Mughal Emperor known for his military campaigns in the Deccan was:

       a) Jahangir

       b) Shah Jahan

       c) Bahadur Shah I

       d) Aurangzeb

34. Who was the powerful Mughal princess who was a poet and acted as advisor to her brother and father?

      a) Jahanara Begum

      b) Roshanara Begum

      c) Nur Jahan

      d) Mumtaz Mahal

35. Which influential Sufi saint lived during the reign of Akbar and Jahangir, fostering religious tolerance?

       a) Dara Shikoh

       b) Muin-ud-din Chishti

       c) Sheikh Salim Chishti

       d) Baba Farid

36.  The Mughal painting tradition was characterized by:

      a) Miniature style

      b) Detailed illustrations

      c) Use of vibrant colors

      d) All of the above

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37.  Which European power was the first to establish trading posts in India during the Mughal period?

      a) The French

      b) The English

      c) The Dutch

      d) The Portuguese

38.  The Diwan-i-Aam in Mughal architecture was used for:

       a) Private audiences of the Emperor

       b) Residence of royal women 

       c) Holding administrative meetings

       d) Public audiences of the Emperor

39.   One of the major causes for the decline of the Mughal Empire was:

       a)  Weak successors after Aurangzeb

       b)   Invasions by Nadir Shah and Ahmad Shah Abdali

       c)  Rise of the Maratha Empire 

       d) All of the above

40.  The final battle in which the British decisively defeated the Mughals and their allies was the Battle of:

       a) Plassey

       b) Panipat 

       c) Buxar

       d) Jajau

Role of Women in the Mughal Court – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

41.  The Mughal Emperor who had the longest reign was: 

     a) Babur

     b) Akbar

     c) Aurangzeb 

     d) Shah Jahan

42. Which powerful woman ruled on behalf of her son for some time during the reign of Jahangir?

     a) Nur Jahan

     b) Mumtaz Mahal

     c) Jodha Bai

     d) Jahanara Begum 

43. The Mughal Emperor who was a skilled calligrapher and under whose patronage the arts flourished was:

     a) Aurangzeb

     b) Shah Jahan

     c) Babur

     d) Akbar

44. The Rajput ruler who initially allied himself with the Mughals but later rebelled was:

     a) Rana Sanga

     b) Rana Pratap

     c) Amar Singh

     d) Udai Singh 

45.   Which of these Mughal emperors is NOT buried in India?

      a) Humayun

      b) Babur

      c) Akbar

      d) Aurangzeb

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46.  The ‘Peacock Throne’, a famous jeweled throne of the Mughals, was plundered by:

      a) The British  

      b) Ahmad Shah Abdali

      c) Robert Clive

      d) Nadir Shah  

47.  The Mughal dynasty officially came to an end after: 

      a) The Battle of Plassey (1757)

      b) The Battle of Buxar (1764)

      c) The Sepoy Mutiny/Revolt of 1857

      d) India’s Independence in 1947

48.  Which Mughal Emperor commissioned the building of the Jama Masjid in Delhi?

      a) Humayun

      b) Akbar 

      c) Shah Jahan

      d) Aurangzeb

49.  During the later Mughal period, powerful regional states that arose included all of the following EXCEPT:

       a) The Marathas

       b) The Nizam of Hyderabad 

       c) The Awadh State

       d) The Bahmani Sultanate 

50.   One of the enduring legacies of the Mughal Empire is:

       a)  Its influence on Indian architecture, with examples like the Taj Mahal

       b)  The development of administrative systems and revenue collection

       c)  The fusion of Persian and Indian cultural elements

       d)  All of the above

Religious and Social Aspects – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

51. Which Mughal emperor was particularly interested in philosophy and science?

    a) Akbar

    b) Aurangzeb 

    c) Dara Shikoh

    d) Jahangir

52. The Mughal Emperor who established friendly relations with the English and granted them trading rights in Bengal was:

    a)  Akbar 

    b)  Jahangir 

    c)  Shah Jahan

    d)  Aurangzeb

53. The founder of the Sikh faith, active during the early Mughal period, was:

    a)  Guru Arjan Dev

    b)  Guru Nanak Dev

    c)  Guru Gobind Singh

    d)  Guru Tegh Bahadur

54. The Mughal military system that granted land revenue based on rank and responsibilities was known as:

     a)  Jagir system

     b)  Mansabdari system

     c)  Zamindari system

     d)  Dahsala system

55. Babur’s autobiography, providing a firsthand account of his conquests and life, is titled:

     a)  Tuzk-i-Jahangiri

     b)  Ain-i-Akbari

     c)  Baburnama

     d)  Tarikh-i-Firishta

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56. The Mughal practice of granting non-Muslims protection in exchange for their tax contribution was called:

     a)  Jizya

     b)  Sulh-i-Kul

     c)  Ibadat Khana 

     d)  Din-i-Ilahi

57.  The Rajput kingdom that remained a staunch rival of the Mughals, refusing matrimonial alliances, was:    

     a) Amber

     b) Bikaner  

     c) Marwar

     d) Mewar

58.  After Aurangzeb’s death, the Mughal Empire entered into a period of decline, partly caused by:

      a)  Foreign invasions

      b)  Ineffective rulers and corrupt officials

      c)  Economic exhaustion

      d)  All of the above 

59.  A famous Mughal structure noted for its white marble and pietra dura (inlay work) is:

     a)  Buland Darwaza

     b)  Humayun’s Tomb

     c)  Jama Masjid, Delhi

     d)  Golconda Fort

60.  The treaty that gave the British control over large parts of eastern India after their victory in 1764 was the Treaty of:

      a) Allahabad

      b) Srirangapatna

      c) Salbai

      d) Lahore

Economic and Administrative Systems – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

61. Which Mughal ruler built the city of Din Panah within the area of modern-day Delhi?

    a) Babur

    b) Humayun

    c) Akbar

    d) Shah Jahan

62. During the reign of Shah Jahan, the Mughal capital was permanently shifted to a new city known as:

    a) Fatehpur Sikri

    b) Shahjahanabad

    c) Agra

    d) Lahore

63. The “Golden Age” of the Mughal Empire is associated with the reigns of which rulers?

    a) Babur and Humayun

    b) Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan

    c) Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb

    d) Aurangzeb and his successors

64.  A significant architectural feature of Mughal-era buildings is the presence of: 

      a) Arches and domes

      b) Carved pillars

      c) Wooden ceilings

      d) Stained glass windows 

65. The Mughal Empire, at its territorial peak, encompassed most of:

      a) Modern-day Pakistan and Nepal

      b) Modern-day Bangladesh and East India

      c) Modern-day India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh

      d)  Modern-day India and Afghanistan

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66.  The Battle of Haldighati, a significant conflict of the Mughal era, was fought between forces of the Mughal Empire under Akbar and:

      a) Shivaji and the Marathas

      b)  Rana Pratap and the Rajputs

      c)  The Sikhs

      d)  Ibrahim Lodi and the Sultanate of Delhi

67.  A famous Mughal painting technique focuses on depicting hunting scenes, court life, or portraits. These are known as:

      a)  Frescoes

      b) Miniatures

      c)  Illuminations  

      d)  Pichwai

68.  Who was the last significant Mughal Emperor before the Empire’s decline?

      a)  Aurangzeb

      b)  Bahadur Shah I

      c)  Muhammad Shah

      d)  Shah Alam II

69.  The Mughal Empire influenced India in several ways. Which of these was NOT a direct legacy?

      a)  The prevalence of Indo-Islamic architecture 

      b)  The development of administrative systems

      c)  The adoption of the caste system

      d)  The evolution of the Urdu language

70.  The final Mughal Emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, played a symbolic role in:

       a)  The Battle of Plassey

       b)  The Battle of Panipat

       c)  The Revolt of 1857

       d)  The signing of the Treaty of Allahabad

71. Tansen, a legendary figure in Indian classical music, was a court musician during the reign of:

    a) Babur

    b) Humayun

    c) Akbar

    d) Jahangir

72. The Mughal Emperor who married a Rajput princess, signifying a policy of greater tolerance, was:

    a) Akbar

    b) Jahangir

    c) Shah Jahan

    d) Aurangzeb

Relations with European Powers – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

73. Who was the British representative at the court of Jahangir who played a key role in securing trading rights for the East India Company? 

    a)  Robert Clive

    b) Sir Thomas Roe

    c) Warren Hastings

    d)  Lord Cornwallis

74.  The Mughal Emperor who suffered a long imprisonment by his son Aurangzeb was:

      a) Jahangir

      b) Shah Jahan

      c) Bahadur Shah I

      d) Muhammad Shah 

75.  The Mughal architectural style is characterized by:

      a)  Use of white marble and floral designs

      b)  Large arches, domes, and minarets

      c)  Intricate carvings and geometric patterns

      d) All of the above

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76. One of the factors making the Mughal Empire vulnerable to European powers was:

      a) Lack of a strong navy

      b) Stagnation of technology and tactics

      c) Internal conflicts and rivalries

      d) All of the above

77.  A famous Sufi saint popular during the Mughal era, associated with the Chishti Order was:

      a)  Nizamuddin Auliya

      b) Muinuddin Chishti

      c) Salim Chishti

      d) Rabi’a al-Adawiyya

78.  A major port on the west coast of India, important during the Mughal period for trade and the embarkation of pilgrims for Mecca, was:

      a) Goa

      b) Cochin

      c) Surat 

      d) Calicut

79.  During the decline of the Mughal empire, which regional kingdom of South India became increasingly powerful?

       a)  The Marathas

       b) The Bahmani Sultanate

       c) The Vijayanagara Empire

       d) The Mysore Kingdom 

80.  A key consequence of the decline of the Mughal Empire was: 

       a)  The rise of regional independent kingdoms

       b)  Increased European interference and colonialism

       c)  A period of cultural and economic decline

       d)  All of the above

81. Which Mughal emperor built the Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad, resembling a smaller version of the Taj Mahal?

    a) Akbar

    b) Aurangzeb

    c) Shah Jahan

    d) Jahangir 

Decline of the Mughal Empire – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

82. The Mughal Emperor known for leading a particularly lavish lifestyle and patronizing the arts extensively was:

    a) Shah Jahan

    b) Aurangzeb

    c) Jahangir

    d) Bahadur Shah I

83. Who authored the ‘Padshahnama’, a chronicle of Shah Jahan’s reign?

     a) Abdul Hamid Lahori

     b) Abul Fazl

     c) Badauni

     d) Ferishta

84. The Mughal system of revenue collection under Akbar that involved detailed surveys and categorization of land was known as:

     a) Zabt system 

     b) Jagir system

     c) Zamindari system

     d) Dahsala system 

85. Which European power posed the most significant maritime challenge to the Mughals?

     a) The Portuguese

     b) The French

     c) The English 

     d) The Dutch

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86. One of the major rebellions during the reign of Aurangzeb was led by:

     a) The Rajputs

     b) The Jats

     c) The Sikhs

     d) The Marathas

87. The Mughal practice of gifting decorated robes as a mark of honor was called:

     a) Inam

     b) Mansab 

     c) Iqta

     d) Khilat

88.  The Ibadat Khana, established by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri, was a place for:

      a)  Religious debates and discussions

      b)  Music and cultural performances

      c)  Administrative meetings and policy discussions

      d)  Housing for scholars and artists

89.  The Mughal Emperor who attempted to move the capital from Delhi back to Agra was:

      a) Jahangir

      b) Shah Jahan

      c) Aurangzeb 

      d) Muhammad Shah

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Legacy and Impact on India – 100 MCQ Indian Mughal Empire

90.  The Mughal period contributed to the growth of regional languages and literatures like:

      a)  Hindi and Urdu

      b) Bengali and Punjabi

      c) Marathi and Gujarati

      d) All of the above

91. The “Nine Gems” or ‘Navaratnas’ refers to:

    a) Famous jewels in the Mughal treasury

    b)  Nine important courtiers in the court of Akbar

    c)  Nine major regional powers of the time

    d)  Nine architectural wonders of the Mughal Empire

92. Who led the Mughal forces during the Siege of Chittor in 1568, a significant victory during Akbar’s reign?

    a) Akbar himself

    b) Bairam Khan

    c) Man Singh

    d) Todar Mal

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93. During the Mughal period, a major center of textile production and trade was located in:

     a) Gujarat

     b) Bengal

     c) Punjab

     d) Kashmir

94. The Mughal military leader who played a crucial role in suppressing revolts during Aurangzeb’s reign and was later instrumental in the rise of the Marathas was:

     a) Jai Singh I

     b) Shivaji 

     c) Maharaja Ranjit Singh

     d) Shahuji

95. The Mughal Empire, while known for grandeur, suffered from underlying economic problems, including:

     a) Low agricultural productivity

     b) Heavy taxation on the peasantry

     c) Corruption within the administration 

     d)  All of the above  

96. The British East India Company official who played a key role in the Battle of Plassey, expanding British influence in Bengal, was:

     a) Warren Hastings

     b) Robert Clive

     c) Sir Thomas Roe

     d) Lord Cornwallis

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98.  A distinctive feature of Mughal painting was:

       a) Incorporation of European techniques like perspective

       b) Emphasis on geometric patterns and calligraphy

       c) Depiction of religious figures

       d) Use of vibrant primary colors 

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99.  The Mughal Emperor who faced the invasion of the Persian ruler Nadir Shah was:

       a) Aurangzeb

       b)  Bahadur Shah I

       c)  Muhammad Shah

       d)  Shah Alam II

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100.  A lasting impact of the Mughal Empire on India includes:

        a) The spread of Islam 

        b)  Architectural wonders like the Taj Mahal

        c)  Administrative practices that influenced later governments

        d)  All of the above

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