Born in 1540 to Maharana Udai Singh II and Rani Jeevant Kanwar, Maharana Pratap succeeded his father as the ruler of Mewar in 1572. He is best known for his resistance against Mughal emperor Akbar, who wished to take Mewar under his control. Pratap refused to surrender before Akbar and fought against him for more than two decades. The below quiz will give you some insights into his life and struggles.
1. In which year did Maharana Pratap rule the kingdom of Mewar?
A. 1572
B. 1597
C. 1645
D. 1656
Ans: D. 1572
Explanation: Maharana Pratap ruled the kingdom of Mewar in the 16th century, from 1572 until he died in 1597.
2. Whom did Maharana Pratap succeed as the ruler of Mewar?
A. Rana Sanga
B. Rana Kumbha
C. Rana Udai Singh II
D. Rana Bhojraj
Ans: A. Rana Udai Singh II
Explanation: Maharana Pratap succeeded his father, Rana Udai Singh II, and took up the throne in 1572.
3. Which Mughal emperor did he fight against?
A. Babur
B. Humayun
C. Akbar
D. Jahangir
Ans: C Akbar
Explanation: Maharana Pratap fought against Akbar who wished to take Mewar under his control. He was one of the most prominent Mughal emperors who ruled India during the 16th and 17th centuries. He expanded the Mughal Empire's territories through a series of military campaigns.
4. What was the name of the battle fought by Maharana Pratap against the Mughals in 1576?
A. Battle of Plassey
B. Battle of Panipat
C. Battle of Haldighati
D. Battle of Talikota
Ans: C Battle of Haldighati
Explanation: Fought in the Haldighati Pass of the Aravalli Range, the Battle of Haldighati is considered one of the most significant battles in Indian history. Although the massive army of the Mughal forces outnumbered Pratap's army, it has been said he fought bravely leading his troops from his front.
5. What was the outcome of the Battle of Haldighati?
A. Maharana Pratap won the battle
B. The Mughals won the battle
C. The battle was inconclusive
D. Both sides suffered heavy losses
Ans: B. The Mughals won the battle
Explanation: Unfortunately, Maharana Pratap lost the battle of Haldighati. One of the major advantages that the Mughals had was a massive army that outnumbered the Rajput troops eventually leading to the victory of the Mughals.
6. What was the name of Maharana Pratap's horse?
A. Chetak
B. Rana
C. Jhansi
D. Sardar
Ans: A. Chetak
Explanation: Maharana Pratap's loyal horse was named Chetak, and it is believed that he sacrificed his life to save Pratap during the Battle of Haldighati.
7. Who led the Mughal forces against Maharana Pratap in the Battle of Haldighati?
A. Man Singh
B. Mirza Hakim
C. Bairam Khan
D. Ratan Singh
Ans: A. Man Singh
Explanation: Man Singh was a prominent Rajput military commander during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar in India. He led the Mughal forces against Maharana Pratap in the Battle of Haldighati.
8. Which fort was the capital of Mewar during Maharana Pratap's reign?
A. Chittorgarh
B. Jaipur
C. Jodhpur
D. Udaipur
Ans: A. Chittorgarh
Explanation: During Maharana Pratap's rule, Chittorgarh served as both the Mewar state capital and the location of several significant battles in Indian history.
9. To whom did Maharana Pratap get married?
A. Maharani Ajabde Punwar
B. Phool Bai Rathore
C. Both
D. None of the above
Ans: C. Both
Explanation: Maharana Pratap got married twice. His first wife was Maharani Ajabde Punwar and his second wife was Phool Bai Rathore.
10. When did Maharana Pratap die?
A. 1597
B. 1590
C. 1654
D. 1675
Ans: A. 1597
Explanation: Maharana Pratap died of the injuries he sustained in a hunting accident.
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