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Prelims 2023 · Medieval History · Question 9

Who among the following rulers of medieval Gujarat surrendered Diu to Portuguese?

  1. Ahmad Shah
  2. Mahmud Begarha
  3. Bahadur Shah
  4. Muhammad Shah

Answer

Bahadur Shah

  • (a) Ahmad Shah — Ahmad Shah I founded Ahmedabad and ruled earlier in the 15th century. He is not associated with surrendering Diu to the Portuguese. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) Mahmud Begarha — Mahmud Begarha captured Diu and strengthened Gujarat’s power, but he did not surrender it to the Portuguese. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Bahadur Shah — Sultan Bahadur Shah of Gujarat entered into an agreement with the Portuguese in 1535, allowing them to build a fort at Diu. UPSC-style answer keys identify him with surrendering Diu. Verdict: Correct.
  • (d) Muhammad Shah — No standard historical account links Muhammad Shah of Gujarat with handing over Diu to the Portuguese. Verdict: Incorrect.
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