A Deccani painting shows Chand Bibi, the Queen of Bijapur, playing chaugan. Chaugan is the other name for which pastime?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Equestrian polo
Chaugan is the other name for equestrian polo, a popular royal sport of the time. Chand Bibi, a great sportsperson, is shown playing it.
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NCERT (2026-27): “Chand Bibi playing Polo This painting shows Chand Bibi, the Queen of Bijapur, one of the most prosperous and culturally refined Deccani state. Chand Bibi resisted the Mughal political attempts to overtake the state by Emperor Akbar. A revered and accomplished ruler, Chand Bibi was a great sportsperson. Here, she is showing playing chaugan, the other name for equestrian polo game, a popular royal sport of the time.…”
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