Ancient Indian History MCQs
Multiple Choice Quiz Questions (MCQs) on Ancient Indian History for General Studies and GK preparation of SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.
31. Which of the following refers to the royal share of merchandise brought into a town or harbour by merchants?
[A] Shulka
[B] Bhaga
[C] Bhoga
[D] Kara
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Correct Answer: A [Shulka]
Notes:
Shulka during the Gupta period was a royal share of merchandise which was brought into a town or harbour by merchants. Therefore it can also be equated with the customs and tolls.
32. which of the following kings was the most important ruler of the Maitrakas?
[A] Dhruvasena I
[B] Dhruvasena II
[C] Advaita Varmana
[D] Ishanavarmana
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Correct Answer: B [Dhruvasena II]
Notes:
Dhruvasena II was the most important ruler of the Maitrakas, who was a contemporary of Harsha Vardhana and was married to his daughter. He was well versed in grammar and the science of polity.
33. Which of the following are believed to be written by Harsha?
1. Priyadarshika
2. Ratnavali
3. Nagananda
Select the correct option form the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Harsha was a great supporter of the arts and learning. It is believed that he wrote three dramas- Priyadarshika and Ratnavali which are both romantic comedies, and Nagananda which is based on Bodhisattva Jimutavahana.
34. Which of the following had imprisoned Harsha’s sister Rajyashri and killed her husband Grahavarman?
[A] Devagupta
[B] Shashanka
[C] Dhruvasena II
[D] Pulkesin II
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Correct Answer: A [Devagupta]
Notes:
Devagupta of Malwa killed Grahavarman of Kannauj and imprisoned his wife Rajyashri. Harsha’s brother Rajyavardhana defeated Devagupta but was subsequently killed through the treachery of Shashanka, Devagupta’s ally.
35. Which of the following kings fought with Parasikas?
[A] Vakpatiraja
[B] Yasovarman
[C] Manorathavarman
[D] Bhogavarman
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Correct Answer: B [Yasovarman]
Notes:
According to the details of the achievements of Yasovarman as given in Gaudavaho, Yasovarman marched into South India, defeated the King of the Deccan, and reached the Southern Sea. He also fought against the Parasikas and received tribute from the regions of Western Ghats.
36. Which of the following kings made Haribhadra his spiritual preceptor?
[A] Gopala
[B] Dharmpala
[C] Mahendrapala
[D] Devapala
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Correct Answer: B [Dharmpala]
Notes:
Dharmapala was the second ruler of the Pala Empire of Bengal region in the Indian Subcontinent. He was the son and successor of Gopala. Dharmapala was a great admirer of Buddhism and made Haribhadra his spiritual preceptor. He built as many as 50 Buddhist monasteries.
37. Which of the following authors wrote Navasahasankacharita,?
[A] Padmagupta
[B] Jinasena
[C] Sanmitracharita
[D] Abhinanda
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Correct Answer: A [Padmagupta]
Notes:
Padmagupta, who was also known as Parimala Kalidasa, and was the son of Mrigankagupta. He was the court poet of Paramara Navasahasankacharita is an important historical Kavya which was written by Padmagupta in about 1000 AD.
38. Which of the following visited the kingdom of Pulkshein II?
[A] Fa-Hein
[B] I-tsing
[C] Hsuan Tsang
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Hsuan Tsang]
Notes:
Hsuan Tsang visited the kingdom of Pulkshein II. Hsuan Tsang describes that even though Pulkeshin II was Hindu, he was tolerant towards Buddhism and Jainism. Pulkhein II sent an embassy to Persian king Khusro II.
39. Which of the following kings Bore the title of “Avanisimha”?
[A] Mahendravarman I
[B] Shivaskandavarman
[C] Simhavarman
[D] Simhavishnu
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Correct Answer: D [Simhavishnu]
Notes:
Peninsular India was ruled by five dynasties which were Cholas, Cheras, Pandyas, Pallavas, and Chalukyas. Simhavishnu who was the successor of Simhavarman ruled from 575 A.D. to 600 A.D. He also Bore the title of “Avanisimha”.
40. During the Sangam age which of the following was the main Chola port?
[A] Kaveripattinam
[B] Muziris
[C] Broach
[D] Sopara
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Correct Answer: A [Kaveripattinam]
Notes:
The Chola capital was Uraiyur (Tiruchirapalli in Tamil Nadu). It was a grand city with magnificent buildings. Kaveripattinam or Puhar was the main Chola port during the Sangam period.
