Question

Q. Consider the following regional states which rose in prominence as the Mughals declined.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

• A. 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is A 2 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Saadat Khan Burhan-ul-Mulk was appointed as governor of Awadh in 1722 and he made the state almost independent and the position of leadership hereditary.
• Statement 2 is correct. Murshid Quli Khan was appointed as Diwan of Bengal by Aurangzeb in 1700 and after the death of Aurangzeb, he led the foundation of an independent state.
• Statement 3 is incorrect. Asaf Jah Nizam-ul-Mulk founded the state of Hyderabad.