Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Kings and Chronicles

Question:

Identify the correct sequence of the chronicles written during the Mughal period.

A. Akbar Nama
B. Alamgir Nama
C. Char Chaman
D. Jahangir Nama
E. Humayun Nama

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A, C, B, D, E

A, D, B, C, E

E, A, B, D, C

E, A, D, C, B

Correct Answer:

E, A, D, C, B

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → E, A, D, C, B

E. Humayun Nama
A. Akbar Nama
D. Jahangir Nama
C. Char Chaman
B. Alamgir Nama

Here’s an explanation of the given chronological order:

Humayun Nama (E) - Written by Gulbadan Begum, it narrates the life and reign of Emperor Humayun. It was written before the reign of Akbar.

Akbar Nama (A) - Authored by Abul Fazl during Akbar's reign, it is a detailed account of Akbar's administration, achievements, and life.

Jahangir Nama (D) - Written by Jahangir himself, this autobiography provides insights into Jahangir’s rule and personal life.

Char Chaman (C) - Written by Chandrabhan Brahman during Shah Jahan's and early Aurangzeb's reigns.

Alamgir Nama (B) - Written by Muhammad Kazim, it chronicles the initial ten years of Aurangzeb's reign.