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 kings is considered as the real founder of Maukhari supremacy?
[A] Sarvavarmana
[B] Ishanavarmana
[C] Grahavarmana
[D] Avanti Varmana
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Correct Answer: B [Ishanavarmana]
Notes:
Ishanavarmana, who was the son of Advaita Varmana ruled the Maukhari dynasty around 554 CE. He is considered as the real founder of the Maukhari dynasty. He also assumed the title of ‘Maharajadhiraja’.
32. Which of the following kings was the successor of Ishanavarmana?
[A] Sarvavarmana
[B] Grahavarmana
[C] Avanti Varmana
[D] Advaita Varmana
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Correct Answer: A [Sarvavarmana]
Notes:
Sarvavarmana who ruled the Maukharies probably from 560 CE to 585 CE was the son of Ishanavarmana, the most famous ruler of the Maukharies. He succeeded the throne after the death of Ishanavarmana.
33. Which of the following was able to defeat the Hunas and strengthen his position in the regions of Punjab and Haryana?
[A] Prabhakar Vardhana
[B] Harsha Vardhana
[C] Rajya Vardhana
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Prabhakar Vardhana]
Notes:
The Pushyabhuti dynasty came into prominence with the accession of Prabhakar Vardhana. Prabhakar Vardhana was able to defeat the Hunas and strengthen his position in the regions of Punjab and Haryana.
34. The Pala ruler ‘Gopala’ ruled during which of the following periods?
[A] 750 to 770 A.D.
[B] 755 to 775 A.D
[C] 760 to 780 A.D
[D] 765 to 785 A.D
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Correct Answer: A [750 to 770 A.D.]
Notes:
The Pala ruler ‘Gopala’ ruled from 750 to 770 A.D. The name of Gopala’s father was Vapyata, who was a military chief of renown. And the name of Gopala’s grandfather was Davitavishnu.
35. Which of the following period is associated with rule of Devapala?
[A] 800-830 A.D.
[B] 810-850 A.D.
[C] 815-840 A.D.
[D] 820-850 A.D.
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Correct Answer: B [810-850 A.D.]
Notes:
The period 810 to 850 A.D. is associated with the rule of Devapala. Devapala extended his empire to include Pragyoytishpur or Kamarupa (Assam), parts of Orissa (Utkala) and modern State of Nepal.
36. Kandarya Mahadeva temple was constructed during which of the following period?
[A] 6th century AD
[B] 7th century AD
[C] 9th century AD
[D] 10th century AD
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Correct Answer: D [10th century AD]
Notes:
There are many Siva temples at Khajuraho. The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is the largest and most ornate Hindu temple which was constructed in the 10th century AD. It is considered as one of the best examples of temples from the medieval period in India.
37. With respect to India’s trade with the West which of the following ports on the western coast of India played an important during 600 A.D. to 1000 A.D.?
1. Kambay
2. Thana
3. Sopara
4. Sindan
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
With respect to India’s trade with the West, the ports of Kambay, Thana, Sopara, Sindan and Kaulam Malaya which is modem Quilon, on the Western coast of India played an important part.
38. Which of the following was the author of Dhvanyolaka?
[A] Udbhat
[B] Anandavardhana
[C] Ahinavagupta
[D] Rudrata
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Correct Answer: B [Anandavardhana]
Notes:
Anandavardhana was the author of Dhvanyolaka which he composed in 9th century A.D. He was the champion of the Dhvant school. It throws light on the matter regarding Dhvani or suggestion, hence it is named as Dhvanyaaloka.
39. The Eastern Chalukyas established themselves in which of the following areas?
[A] Guntur
[B] Warrangal
[C] Vengi
[D] Chittor
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Correct Answer: C [Vengi]
Notes:
The Eastern Chalukyas established themselves in Vengi in Andhra Pradesh in the second half of the 8th century. Eastern Chalukyas were the reason of many wars between the Cholas and Western Chalukyas since they controlled the strategic Vengi territory.
40. Who became the first Gupta ruler to be titled as Maharajadhiraja?
[A] Sumdragupta
[B] Kumaragupta
[C] Skandagupta
[D] Chandragupta I
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Correct Answer: D [Chandragupta I]
Notes:
Chandragupta I was third ruler of the Gupta dynasty. He succeeded his father Ghatotkacha in 320 A.D. Chandragupta I became the first Gupta king who assumed the title ‘Maharajadhiraja’ or the ‘king of kings’. He started the Gupta era in A.D. 320, which marked the date of his accession.
