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UPSC Medieval india Previous Year Questions

27 Medieval india questions asked in previous UPSC examinations, arranged from the latest year with answers and explanations.

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Questions: 27
Years covered: 2016–2025
Exam years: 9
With answers: 27

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UPSC Medieval india Previous Year Questions

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Q1 Mains 2025 Mains GS1

Examine the main aspects of Akbar's religious syncretism. (Answer in 150 words)

Akbar religious policyIndian historyMedieval india
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Q2 Prelims 2025 Prelims GS

The irrigation device called 'Araghatta' was
1. a water bag made of leather pulled over a pulley
2. a large wheel with earthen pots tied to the outer ends of its spokes
3. a larger earthen pot driven by bullocks
4. a large water bucket pulled up by rope directly by hand
HistoryIrrigation devicesMedieval india
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Q3 Mains 2024 Mains GS1

Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture. Comment. (Answer in 250 words)

CholasHistoryMedieval india
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Q4 Prelims 2024 Prelims GS

Who of the following rulers of medieval India gave permission to the Portuguese to build a fort at Bhatkal?
1. Krishnadevaraya
2. Narasimha Saluva
3. Muhammad Shah III
4. Yusuf Adil Shah
HistoryKrishnadevaraya and portuguese relationsMedieval india
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