CBSE Class 8 Social Science Reshaping India’s Political Map (Class 8 NCERT New) Quiz 3

1. What was a significant feature of the Kumbhalgarh Fort, built by Rana Kumbha?

A It was built entirely of white marble in the middle of a lake. B It had one of the longest continuous walls in the world, stretching 36 kilometres. C It housed a large translation center for Sanskrit texts. D It was the first fort in India to use cannons for defense.

2. How did Maharana Pratap resist the Mughals after the Battle of Haldighati?

A He formed a large coalition with the Deccan Sultanates to fight the Mughals. B He escaped into the Aravalli hills and waged guerrilla warfare for years. C He accepted Mughal suzerainty in exchange for control of his kingdom. D He entered into a marriage alliance with Akbar’s daughter.

3. What important administrative reform was introduced by Todar Mal, Akbar’s finance minister?

A He abolished all taxes on the peasantry to improve their condition. B He created the mansabdari system to rank military officers. C He introduced a system of token currency using copper coins. D He initiated a systematic survey of land and determined crop prices for efficient revenue collection.

4. The military collaboration between the Rajputs of Mewar and a local tribal group was so significant it was commemorated on the kingdom’s official emblem. Which tribal group earned this respected place in Mewar’s military tradition?

A The Gonds B The Ahoms C The Bhils D The Santhals

5. What major change occurred in Sikhism after the execution of Guru Arjan by Emperor Jahangir?

A The next Guru, Hargobind, introduced martial training and formed a Sikh army for defense. B The Sikhs allied with the Mughals to avoid further persecution. C The movement split into several different factions and lost its unity. D The community abandoned its spiritual path and focused only on trade.

6. What did Aurangzeb do to his father, Shah Jahan, to secure the throne?

A He sent him into exile in Persia. B He had him executed along with his brothers. C He allowed him to continue ruling as a nominal head. D He imprisoned him in the Agra Fort until his death.

7. In what way was the economy of India described during the 13th to 17th centuries, despite political instability?

A India’s economy was completely dependent on plunder from military campaigns. B The subcontinent remained one of the wealthiest regions in the world due to agriculture, industries, and trade. C India’s wealth was evenly distributed among all classes of people. D The economy was in a constant state of decline due to continuous warfare.

8. Who was Rani Durgavati?

A The founder of the Bahmani Sultanate in the Deccan. B The wife of Krishnadevaraya who ruled the Vijayanagara Empire after his death. C A Rajput queen who committed jauhar during the siege of Chittorgarh. D A valiant queen of the Gond kingdom of Garha who resisted Mughal invasion.

9. What was the main reason for the Portuguese to be well-treated in the Vijayanagara Empire?

A They introduced new architectural styles. B They sold precious horses to the king. C They brought new agricultural techniques. D They provided military support against the Mughals.

10. What was the role of the Mir Bakhshi in Akbar's administration?

A He oversaw military affairs. B He managed the empire's finances. C He was responsible for justice and religious matters. D He handled public works and trade.