Medieval History Chronology | Qutb Minar to Vijayanagara
The correct chronological order is: Construction of Qutb Minar (1206), Death of Firuz Tughluq (1388), Arrival of Portuguese (1498), and Reign of Krishna Deva Raya (1509).
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Exam Year
2000
Evidence Source
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Consider the following events:
1. Reign of Krishna Deva of Vijayanagara
2. Construction of Qutb Minar
3. Arrival of Portuguese in India
4. Death of Firuz TughluqThe correct chronological sequence of these events is:
[UPSC CSE Prelims 2000]
Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
Chronological sequence questions require precise knowledge of landmark dates in Medieval Indian history, spanning the Early Sultanate to the rise of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Authentic Source Evidence
Qutb Minar construction began in 1206 (Early Sultanate). Firuz Tughluq died in 1388 (Late Tughluq era). The Portuguese arrived in 1498 (Lodi era). Krishna Deva Raya's reign began in 1509 (Tuluva dynasty).
Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"How did the death of Firuz Shah Tughluq impact the Delhi Sultanate?"
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"The 15th century (between the Tughluqs and Mughals) was a period of decentralization where regional powers like Vijayanagara and the Deccan Sultanates flourished."
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