M. A. I History Annual Paper April 2005

University: Punjab University Chandigarh
Paper II, Opt. (ii) : The State in Medieval India
Total Marks: 100
Time Allowed: 3 hrs.

Note: (i) Attempt four questions, selecting one from each unit.
(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

Unit I

I. Examine the nature of state under the Sultans of Delhi.
II. Discuss Alauddin Khalji’s agrarian reforms.

Unit II

III. What do you understand about Iqta system? Explain.
IV. Critically examine Afghan theory of kingship.

Unit III

V. Examine the nature of Mughal state.
VI. Critically examine Afghan theory of kingship.

Unit IV

VII. Discuss the land revenue system of the Mughals.
VIII. Discuss the theories of modern historians of medieval Indian history for the Decline of Mughal empire.

General Comment: Pending


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