Medieval History PYQ 71 of 123 · Mughal Emperors · Humayun and Sher Shah

Which of the following rulers at first assumed the title of ‘Hazrat-e-Ala’ and afterward ‘Sultan’?

  1. ABahlul Lodi
  2. BSikandar Lodi
  3. CSher Shah Suri
  4. DIslam Shah Suri

44th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2000

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Correct answer: (c) Sher Shah Suri

Explanation

After defeating the Bengal ruler Nusrat Shah, Sher Khan (Sher Shah Suri) assumed the title “Hazrat-e-Ala.” After defeating Humayun in the Battle of Chausa in 1539 A.D., he assumed the title “Sher Shah,” got the khutba read in his name, and had coins minted.

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