The correct option is A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
Explanation
This history of prominent tribal chiefdoms and regional powers in medieval India and their interactions with the Mughal Empire. It specifically tests knowledge of key rulers and the geographical or tribal associations found in historical records such as the Akbarnama.
Statement-wise Analysis:
- A. Sangram Shah - 3. Gonds (Correct Match):
The Gonds lived in a vast forested region called Gondwana. One of the most powerful Gond kingdoms was Garha Katanga. Its ruler, Aman Das, assumed the title of Sangram Shah to assert his power. His son, Dalpat, married Princess Durgawati, who became famous for her resistance against the Mughals. - B. Sib Singh - 4. Ahoms (Correct Match):
The Ahoms migrated to the Brahmaputra valley and established a large state. Sib Singh (reigned 1714–1744) was a prominent Ahom ruler. During his reign, Hinduism became the predominant religion of the state, although the Ahom kings did not completely give up their traditional beliefs. - C. Kamal Khan - 1. Gakkhars (Correct Match):
The Gakkhars were a powerful and influential tribe in the north-western region (Punjab) during the Sultanate and Mughal periods. Their chief, Kamal Khan Gakkhar, was recognized by Emperor Akbar, who made him a noble (mansabdar) in the Mughal court. - D. Raja Man Singh - 2. Chero conqueror (Correct Match):
The Cheros were a tribal chiefdom established in the region of present-day Bihar and Jharkhand. In 1591, Raja Man Singh, the famous general of Emperor Akbar, attacked and defeated the Cheros. While a large amount of booty was taken, the Cheros were not entirely subjugated at that time.
Key Takeaway:
The integration of tribal chiefs into the Mughal administrative framework (e.g., Kamal Khan Gakkhar) and military campaigns against tribal states (e.g., Man Singh vs. Cheros) were key features of medieval state consolidation.