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Mughal Painting Temper

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Aristocratic and celebrated imperial pomp and circumstances.

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Rajasekhara

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Sanskrit poet and dramatist.

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Muhammad Adil Shah Sur’s Mausoleum

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Second-largest dome in the world, located in Bijapur.

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Shivaji’s Contribution to Maratha Administration

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Constituted the Mansabdari system.

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Alauddin Khalji’s Southern Expedition

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Sent Malik Kafur (Hazar Dinari) to Kanyakumari.

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Apabhramsa Language

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Vibrant language in North India before the rise of modern language.

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Persian Script during Mughal Period

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Used in Mughal period.

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Shaikh Muin-ud-din Chishti

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Introduced Wahd-tul-wajud and Sama and Mehfil in Chishti Silsilah.

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Jahangir’s Reign

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Mughal Emperor from 1605?1627.

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Mansabdari System

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Introduced in 1595?96, combining civil and military capacity.

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Guru Hargobind and Guru Gobind Singh

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Miri and Piri concept; Dal Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh.

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Raskhan

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Hindi poet, a Muslim follower of Lord Krishna.

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Balban’s Kingship Concept

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Influenced by the Persian court model; took the title of Zil-i-Ilahi.

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Military and Intelligence Department Head

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Not the Commander-in-Chief but the paymaster-general.

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Chishti Order

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Sufi order founded in Chisht, Afghanistan; Gharib Nawaz (Moinuddin Chishti) settled in Ajmer.

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Pampa (Kannada Poet)

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Reflected philosophical beliefs in works like Vikramarjuna Vijaya.

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Abu Fazl and Discovery of America

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Abu Fazl does not refer to the discovery of America.

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Ministers in Mughal Administration

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Sachiv for royal correspondence, Pandit Rao for religious matters, Sumant as foreign Minister.

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Shah Jahan and Kandahar

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Recovered in 1638 but lost again in 1649.

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Fawazil in Iqta System

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Balance between income and expenditure of Iqta-holders.

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Firoz Shah Tughlaq

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Built and repaired numerous canals.

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Iqta System

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Land granted to military chiefs for troop maintenance.

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Unsuccessful Expedition

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Incorrect information; expedition failed miserably.

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Ahadis (Troopers)

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Gentlemen troopers recruited individually, under a separate officer.

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Historical Monuments tfql
Tughlaqabad Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Qutab Minar, Lodi Garden.
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Battle of Haldighati
Fought in 1576 between Mughals and forces of Mewar.
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Map Representation
Shaded part represents Akbar's territory at the time of his death.
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Amir Khusrau
Persian poet associated with rulers of Delhi Sultanate.
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Bahlol Lodi
Defeated Hussain Shah Sharqi of Jaunpur in 1479.
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Du Aspa Sih Aspa System
Introduced by Jahangir, not Akbar.
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Southern India History
Growth of small regional kingdoms rather than large empires.
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Muhammad Bin Tughlaq's Death
Died in 1351, succeeded by Firoz Tughlaq.
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Jama Masjid in Srinagar
Built by Sultan Sikandar in 1400 AD.
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Visitors to Mughal Court
Sir Thomas Roe visited during Jahangir's reign; Tavernier's account covers Shahjahan and Aurangzeb's reigns.
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Land Revenue Systems
Mahalwari system: Revenue settlement made by village or estates with landlords. Ryotwari system: Direct settlement between government and cultivator. Zamindari system: Land allotted to revenue farmers of Zamindars.
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Balaji Vishwanath and Maratha Succession
Played a crucial role in Shahu's final victory. Succession: Sambhaji, Rajaram, Shivaji II, Tarabai, Shahu.
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Khandesh and Asirgarh
Khandesh: Ancient name of the north-western region of Maharashtra. Asirgarh: Important fort in Khandesh.
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Historical Events Timeline
Krishna Deva's reign: 1509?30. Qutab Minar construction: 1206?1210. Portuguese arrival in India: 1498. Firoz Tughlaq's death: 1388.
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Land Grants during Different Dynasties
Land grants given during various dynasties.
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Ibrahim Adil Shah II
Ruler of Bijapur Sultanate (1556?1627).
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Lingaraja Temple
Constructed by Yayati Kesari in Bhubaneshwar.
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Bhakti Saints and Ramananda
Bhakti saints were disciples of Saint Ramananda.
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Mongol Invasion during Iltutmish
Mongols under Chengiz Khan invaded during Iltutmish's reign but didn't enter deep into India.
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Surat and Pilgrimage to Makka
Surat called the "Gate of Makka" as the pilgrimage started from there.
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Departments in Tughlaq Administration
Dewan-i-Bandagani (Slaves) , Dewan-i-Mustakhraj (Arrears), Dewan-i-Kohi (Agriculture), Dewan-i-Arz (Military).
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Battles and Defeats
Battle of Khanua (1527, Babar defeats Rana Sanga). First Battle of Panipat (1526, Babur defeats Ibrahim Lodhi).
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Shah Jahan's Reign Expansion
Annexed Rajput kingdoms; captured Bijapur and Golconda in the Deccan.
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Ramananda and Hindi Propagation
First Bhakti saint to use Hindi for his message.
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Firoz Tughlaq's Administrative Changes
Separate department of slaves (Diwan-i-Bandagan). Branding system of horses.
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Shah Jahan's Central Asia Campaign
Motive: Secure defense of Northwest India.
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Muhammad bin Tughlaq's Agrarian Changes
Attempts to bring changes; overassessment and famine worsened the situation.
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Zia-ud-din-Barani
Contemporary of Muhammad Tughlaq and Firoz Tughlaq. Composed Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi and Fatwa-i-Jahandari.
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Sufi Orders
Sheikh Ahmad Sarhandi of Naqshbandi order. Qadiri order introduced by Sheikh Nizamatullah and Makhdum Muhammad Jilani.
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Akbar's Campaign Towards Afghanistan
Marched in 1581 to conquer Kabul and expand his kingdom.
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Shah Alam II's Initial Years
Spent away from the capital due to Najib Khan Rohilla's influence.
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Bahadur Shah I's Royal Title
Assumed the royal title due to greed for power.
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Marathas and United Indian Nation Concept
Marathas criticized for not having the concept of a united Indian nation.
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Babur's Invitation to India
Invited by Alam Khan and Daulat Khan Lodi.
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Battle of Dharmat
Fought between Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh in 1658 for Shahjahan's throne.
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Farrukh Siyyar's Defeat
Defeated by his nephew with the help of Sayyid Brothers.
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Ibrahim Adil Shah II and Kitab-i-Nauras
Ruler of Bijapur Sultanate; wrote Kitab-i-Nauras.
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Qutbud-din Aibak's Death
Died after a fall from his horse while playing chaugan (polo) in 1210.
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Bhakti Saints Chronology
Shankaracharya (9th Century CE) - Ramanuja (1017-1137 CE) - Chaitanya (1486-1533 CE).
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Vijayanagara Dynasties
Sangama dynasty founded by Harihara-I. Saluva dynasty founded by Narasimha Saluva. Taluva dynasty founded by Vira Narasimha.
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Ahmadnagar and Mughal Annexation
Founded by Malik Ahmad in 1490. Annexed by Shahjahan in 1633.
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Banda Bahadur and Guru Gobind Singh
Appointed as military leader by Guru Gobind Singh.
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Angkorvat Temple
First Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu. Buddhist temple built during Suryavarman II's reign. World's largest religious building.
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Founders of Vijayanagara Dynasty
Indigenous chieftains from Karnataka, Vijaya, and Krishna. Established small feudatory state with Mysore as the capital.
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Sir Thomas Roe and Commercial Treaty
Visited Jahangir in 1612 to arrange a commercial treaty for East India Company. Treaty gave the company exclusive rights in Surat and other areas.
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Akbar's Token Currency
Issued bronze coins as token currency, a great fiasco.
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Lodi Dynasty Rulers
Bahlol (1451?1489), Sikandar (1489?1517), Ibrahim (1517?1526).
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Tukaram and Marathi Bhakti Poet
Tukaram (1608?1650), Marathi Bhakti poet and devotee of Lord Krishna.
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Abdul Hamid Lahori and Shahjahan's Court
Traveler during Shahjahan's period. Court historian who wrote "Padshah Nama" or "Badshah Nama."
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Vijaya Vittala Temple in Hampi
Located at Hampi, capital of Vijayanagar kingdom during Krishnadev Raya's reign.
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William Hawkins and East India Company's First Factory
Visited Jahangir's court, received a farman allowing the company's first factory at Surat in 1613.
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Oldest Temple in Hampi (Pattadkal)
Located on the southern bank of river Tungabhadra. Built by Queen Lokamahadevi to commemorate her husband's victory.
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Temples in Various Cities
Bhimeshwar (Kakinada), Kandariya Mahadeo (Khajuraho), Rajarani temple (Bhubneshvar), Vidyashankara Temple (Sringeri).
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James-I and East India Company
James-I sent William Hawkins to Jahangir's court, Jahangir provided a farman in 1613.
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Nagarjuna and Madhyamika Philosophy
Founder of Madhyamika philosophy.
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Buddha's Place in Hinduism
Considered 9th incarnation of Vishnu. No persecution by Central Asian tribes. Gupta dynasty did not oppose Buddhism but did not patronize it.
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Dhrupad and Devotional Music
Dhrupad primarily spiritual and devotional music using Sanskrit syllables.
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Statements about Aurangzeb
All statements correct.
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Guru Nanak's Birth and Babur's Reign
Guru Nanak born in 1469. Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1526.
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Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri
Hall where Akbar held religious discussions.
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Medieval Designations
'Mahattara' and 'Pattakila' used for village headmen.
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States Outside Main Conflict Areas
Champaka, Durgara, Trigarta, Kuluta, Kumaon, and Garhwal.
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Gun Powder Use in Medieval India
Gunpowder used for military purposes in the 14th and 15th centuries. Timurid dynasty - Sunni Muslim, influenced by Persian culture.
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Vijayanagara Empire
Founded in the 14th century. Stretched from Krishna to the southern tip. Founded by Harihara I and Bukka in 1336.
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Banjara People
Transporters of goods. Traded salt, grains, firewood, and cattle.
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Decoding Ashoka's Edicts
Decoded by James Prinsep in 1837.
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Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism
Central to Mahayana doctrines. Destiny for enlightenment rather than having already gained it.

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