Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Medieval History

Consider the following clues concerning a Mughal emperor:

  • He was defeated at both Chausa and Bilgram.
  • He regained his throne after a prolonged interruption.
  • He studied mathematics and astronomy.
  • He died after falling from the first floor of his library.

Who among the following is being described?

  1. Babur
  2. Jahangir
  3. Humayun
  4. Shah Jahan
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