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Find out the correct match of the following
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
Bairam Khan was the most prominet military commander-in-chief of the Mughal Army. He was the Guardian, mentor and the teacher of emperor Arkbar.
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Under the Mughals the cotton goods were exported to
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Answer: Option A
Solution:
Under the Mughals the main markets was of cotton goods, India's chief export product exported to Africa.
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Who discovered a direct sea route to India?
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Answer: Option A
Solution:
The discovery of the sea route to India is the description sometimes used in Europe and among the Portuguese for the first recorded trip made directly from Europe to India via the Atlantic Ocean. It was undertaken under the command of Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama during the reign of King Manuel I in 1497–1499.
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Slaves who were in great demand under the Mughals were
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Answer: Option A
Solution:
An extensive demand for slaves was created within India, the demand coming from Mughals. The considerable imports of Abyssinian slaves were in great demand.
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Who are credited to a large extent for ending the Mughal rule in India?
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Answer: Option D
Solution:
The Marathas especially the great maratha rulers Chattrapati Shivaji, Sambhaji, Tarabai and Peshwa Bajirao-I are credited to a large extent for ending the Mughal rule in India.
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The East India Company was founded in India during the reign of
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
The East India Company, formally known as the British East India Company, was founded in India during the reign of Akbar, the Mughal emperor. The company was established with the aim of conducting trade with the Indian subcontinent and other regions. It was granted a royal charter by Queen Elizabeth I of England in 1600.

During Akbar's reign, the British East India Company began establishing its trading posts and presence in India. Over time, the company's influence grew, leading to significant political and economic developments, eventually culminating in British colonial rule over India.

Therefore, the correct option is Option C: Akbar, during whose reign the East India Company was founded in India.
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The Mughal Emperor who caused the murder of Guru Arjan was
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Answer: Option D
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Guru Arjan was arrested under the orders of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir and asked to convert to Islam. He refused, was tortured and executed in 1606 CE. Historical records and the Sikh tradition are unclear whether Guru Arjan was executed by drowning or died during torture.
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Which Mughal Ruler's gave permission for collecting Chauth and Sardesh Mukhi on Maratha land to Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath?
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Answer: Option A
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Farrukhsiyar gave permission for collecting Chauth and Sardesh Mukhi on Maratha land to Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath.
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Two major crops introduced in India during the Mughal period were
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
Two major crops introduced in India during the Mughal period were Tobacco and Maize.
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When was the battle of Haldighati fought?
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Answer: Option C
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The Battle of Haldighati was a battle fought on 18 June 1576 between cavalry and archers supporting the Rana of Mewar, Maharana Pratap; and the Mughal emperor Akbar's forces, led by Man Singh I of Amber.