Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Medieval History

Assertion: Sikander Lodi's transfer of the capital from Delhi to Agra had a strategic purpose beyond a ceremonial change of residence.

Which one of the following most directly supports the assertion?

  1. Agra improved command over eastern Rajasthan and secured routes towards Malwa and Gujarat
  2. Sikander built safe highways and introduced the gazz-i-Sikandari
  3. The Lodis were Afghans, whereas the preceding rulers were Turks
  4. Sikander placed great emphasis on justice but also destroyed temples
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