Q. Match the following rulers of the Provincial Kingdoms with their contribution or historical association:
RulerContribution/Association
1. Mahmud Begarha (Gujarat)Established control over the ports of Diu and Daman and successfully repelled Portuguese influence.
2. Hushang Shah (Malwa)Built the grand Hoshang Shah’s Tomb at Mandu, considered one of the earliest Indian marble structures.
3. Ghiyasuddin Khalji (Malwa)Known for his military genius and establishment of a powerful navy.
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Pair 1: Correct. Mahmud Begarha (c. 1459–1511 CE) was the most powerful Sultan of Gujarat, who captured the forts of Junagarh and Champaner (hence his title Begarha, meaning two forts) and was successful in checking the early Portuguese expansion.
- Pair 2: Correct. Hushang Shah’s Tomb is a prominent example of Mandu architecture and is historically significant for being made entirely of white marble.
- Pair 3: Incorrect. Ghiyasuddin Khalji (c. 1469–1500 CE) was known for his love of pleasure, maintaining a large harem, and building the Jahaz Mahal at Mandu, but he was not known for his military prowess or establishing a powerful navy. The powerful naval ruler was Mahmud Begarha of Gujarat.
