Q. Match the following contributions with their associated Provincial Kingdom:
ContributionAssociated Kingdom
1. Zainul Abidin’s PoliciesKashmir
2. Vijay StambhaMewar
3. Rajatarangini ContinuationMewar
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

[A] Only one pair

[B] Only two pairs

[C] All three pairs

[D] None of the pairs

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Pair 1: Correct. Zainul Abidin (c. 1420–1470 CE) of Kashmir was known for his liberal policies, abolition of Jiziya, and encouraging religious freedom, earning him the title ‘Akbar of Kashmir’.
  • Pair 2: Correct. Vijay Stambha (Tower of Victory) is another name for the Kirti Stambha built by Rana Kumbha in Mewar.
  • Pair 3: Incorrect. The continuation of Kalhana’s Rajatarangini (a history of Kashmir) was commissioned and carried out by scholars like Jona Raja and Srivara under Zainul Abidin of Kashmir, not Mewar.
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