Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
Which European traveler described Jahangir as an 'atheist'?
Answer:
Sir Thomas Roe
Sir Thomas Roe, puzzled by Jahangir's eclecticism and lack of strict adherence to orthodox rituals, famously (and incorrectly) remarked that the Emperor was an atheist.
2
What was the 'Du-Aspa Sih-Aspa' system introduced by Jahangir?
Answer:
A rank in the Mansabdari system
It was a modification in the Mansabdari system where selected nobles could maintain double the quota of troopers (sawar) without raising their Zat rank.
3
Jahangir's reign is often cited as the beginning of the decline of which system?
Answer:
Mansabdari System
While the system continued, the introduction of 'Du-Aspa Sih-Aspa' (without increasing Zat rank) and the ballooning of mansabdars began to strain the agrarian economy, hinting at later crises.
4
The famous portrait 'Jahangir Preferring a Sufi Shaikh to Kings' was painted by?
Answer:
Bichitr
This famous allegorical painting, showing Jahangir handing a book to a Sufi Shaikh while ignoring kings (including James I of England), was painted by Bichitr.
5
Which Mughal emperor is known for the 'Golden Bell of Justice'?
Answer:
Jahangir
Jahangir is synonymous with the 'Golden Bell' or 'Chain of Justice', emphasizing his desire to be accessible to his subjects.
6
Who was 'Anarkali' in the legends associated with Jahangir?
Answer:
A court dancer
Legend says Anarkali was a court dancer with whom Prince Salim fell in love. While historical evidence is debated, popular culture asserts she was buried alive by Akbar.
7
Jahangir's love for nature led him to experiment with?
Answer:
Cross-breeding of animals
Jahangir's memoirs record his experiments with the breeding of animals (like markhor and goats) and his detailed dissections to understand their anatomy.
8
Who was the author of 'Maasir-i-Jahangiri'?
Answer:
Khwaja Kamgar Ghairat Khan
'Maasir-i-Jahangiri' is another important contemporary history of Jahangir's reign, written by Khwaja Kamgar Ghairat Khan.
9
The term 'Muraqqa' in the context of Jahangir's art refers to?
Answer:
Albums of miniature paintings
Muraqqas were albums containing collections of miniature paintings and calligraphy. Jahangir was fond of compiling these albums.
10
Which festival did Jahangir celebrate with great pomp, following Persian traditions?
Answer:
Nauroz
Jahangir, like his father, celebrated the Persian New Year festival 'Nauroz' with great magnificence, which lasted for 19 days.