Deccan & Central India Quiz - CBSE Class 7 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Deccan & Central India (CBSE Class 7 Social Science). 15 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 7 Social Science practice quiz has 15 multiple-choice questions on Deccan & Central India, and 15 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. Which empire was prominent in the Deccan region during the 14th century?

   1. Mughal Empire
   2. Bahmani Sultanate
   3. Maurya Empire
   4. Chola Empire
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   Answer: B. Bahmani Sultanate

   The Bahmani Sultanate was a prominent empire in the Deccan region during the 14th century, known for its unique contributions to culture and architecture.

2. Which battle was a significant turning point in the control of the Deccan region?

   1. Battle of Panipat
   2. Battle of Talikota
   3. Battle of Plassey
   4. Battle of Haldighati
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   Answer: B. Battle of Talikota

   The Battle of Talikota (1565) was a significant turning point that led to the decline of the Vijayanagara Empire in the Deccan.

3. Who was a notable ruler of the Deccan Sultanates known for his cultural patronage?

   1. Akbar
   2. Ibrahim Adil Shah II
   3. Shah Jahan
   4. Aurangzeb
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   Answer: B. Ibrahim Adil Shah II

   Ibrahim Adil Shah II of the Bijapur Sultanate is known for his significant contributions to art and culture during his reign.

4. What type of government was established by the Deccan Sultanates?

   1. Monarchy
   2. Democracy
   3. Oligarchy
   4. Theocracy
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   Answer: A. Monarchy

   The Deccan Sultanates were established as monarchies, where kings ruled with absolute power over their territories.

5. What was one of the main reasons for the prosperity of the Vijayanagara Empire?

   1. Fishing ports
   2. Rich mineral resources
   3. Geographical location facilitating trade
   4. Absence of conflict
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   Answer: C. Geographical location facilitating trade

   The Vijayanagara Empire's prosperity can largely be attributed to its strategic geographical location, which facilitated trade with other regions.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. What was one significant change during the Bahmani rule?
2. What was the primary religion of the Deccan Sultanates?
3. What factor contributed to the decline of the Deccan Sultanates?
4. Which architectural feature is a hallmark of the Deccan region?
5. What influenced the cultural developments in Central and Deccan India?
6. Which of the following was a major trade center in the Deccan region?
7. How did the Deccan Sultanates contribute to the arts?
8. Which was an important economic activity in the Deccan region?
9. Which event marked the end of the Vijayanagara Empire?
10. What was the primary language used in the courts of the Deccan Sultanates?

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