State PCS PYQPrelims 2025

BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 89

Who among the following rulers ruled for the longest period?

  1. Alauddin Khilji
  2. Muhammad bin Tughluq
  3. Bahlol Lodi
  4. Balban
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Answer: (C) Bahlol Lodi

Explanation

Bahlol Lodi, founder of the Lodi dynasty, reigned for about 38 years.

  • (A) Incorrect

    Wrong: ruled about 20 years (1296–1316).

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: ruled about 26 years (1325–1351).

  • (C) Correct

    Correct: ruled about 38 years (1451–1489), the longest here.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: ruled about 20 years (1266–1287).