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Sikh Empire and Maharaja Ranjit Singh Trivia Questions and Answers

Gauge your understanding of the Sikh Empire and its most celebrated leader, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, whose rule marked a golden age in the history of the Sikh people and northern India.

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Medium

In which year did Maharaja Ranjit Singh become the ruler of the Sikh Empire?

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Easy

What was Maharaja Ranjit Singh's nickname due to his martial skills?

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Easy

Which famous temple did Maharaja Ranjit Singh commission gold plating for?

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Medium

What was the primary religion of the Sikh Empire under Ranjit Singh's rule?

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Medium

Which of the following territories was NOT part of the Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh?

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Medium

Maharaja Ranjit Singh was known for his distinctive appearance due to what physical condition?

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Hard

The Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh was known for its military innovation. Which of the following did his army include?

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Medium

What was the name of the treaty that marked the end of hostilities between the Sikh Empire and the British East India Company during Ranjit Singh's reign?

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Hard

Which European traveler and artist is known for his detailed paintings and writings about the Sikh Empire and Maharaja Ranjit Singh?

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Medium

Upon his death, who succeeded Maharaja Ranjit Singh as the ruler of the Sikh Empire?

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Hard

Which of the following battles was a significant victory for Maharaja Ranjit Singh against the Afghans?

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Medium

Which river was considered the southern boundary of the Sikh Empire during Maharaja Ranjit Singh's reign?

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Medium

Maharaja Ranjit Singh secured the famous Koh-i-Noor diamond during his conquests. From which location did he acquire it?

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Easy

What was one of the key policies of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's administration in the Sikh Empire?

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Hard

Which of the following forts was significantly expanded and strengthened by Maharaja Ranjit Singh?

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Medium

How did Maharaja Ranjit Singh impact the architecture in Punjab?

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Easy

Which of these cities became the capital of the Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh?

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Medium

What was Maharaja Ranjit Singh's approach to dealing with the British East India Company?

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Medium

What year did Maharaja Ranjit Singh pass away, marking the beginning of instability in the Sikh Empire?

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Hard

Which currency was introduced by Maharaja Ranjit Singh during his reign?

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