Multan

Q. How was the conquest of Multan significant for Ranjit Singh?

1. Both (a) and (b)
2. It scared the Afghans away from Punjab.
3. The victory increased Ranjit Singh's trade.
4. Neither (a) nor (b)

Q. Why was Ranjit Singh interested in conquering Multan?

1. It was ruled by a fierce adversary.
2. It was an economically prosperous region.
3. It was strategically positioned.
4. It was the seat of the Mughal power.

Q. was the commander-in-chief of Ranjit Singh's army during the conquest of Multan in 1818.

1. Baz Singh
2. Kushal Singh
3. Sadhu Singh
4. Misar Diwan Chand

Q. Who became the subedar after Ranjit Singh conquered Multan?

1. Sadhu Singh
2. Diwan Chand
3. Baz Singh
4. Sawan Mal

Q. Why did Ranjit Singh attack Multan in 1805?

1. Because Ranjit Singh was disrespected by the army of Multan.
2. Because Ranjit Singh did not receive his annual tribute from the nawab of Multan.
3. Because Ranjit Singh was defeated in 1804 and wanted to avenge the loss.
4. Because he was invited by the people of Multan to capture it as they were not happy with the nawab.

Q. How many times did King Ranjit Singh attack Multan?

1. Once
2. Twice
3. Thrice
4. Four times