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 were known as wandering spies who wandered from place to place for collecting secret information in the Mauryan empire?
[A] Sanstha
[B] Sanchara
[C] Pulisani
[D] Nikayas
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Correct Answer: B [Sanchara]
Notes:
The Arthashastra of Kautilya or Chanakya mentions about wandering spies also known as sanchara who wandered from place to place for collecting secret information in the Mauryan empire.
32. The Rajukas were assisted in accounting, secretarial, and other miscellaneous works by which of the following?
[A] Yuktas
[B] Pradeshikas
[C] Sthanikas
[D] Gopas
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Correct Answer: A [Yuktas]
Notes:
The divisions in the Mauryan empire were divided into districts under officials called Rajukas. The Rajukas were assisted by Yuktas or clerks in accounting, secretarial, and other miscellaneous works.
33. Which of the following committee looked after the production of commodities in Mauryan administration?
[A] Market Affairs
[B] Industry
[C] Manufacturing and Distribution
[D] Trade, commerce and Market Regulations
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Correct Answer: B [Industry]
Notes:
The committee which looked after the production of commodities was Industry. This committee was responsible to keep a watch on the quality of raw materials used. They also decided on the fair value of the articles produced.
34. Which of the following Asokan inscription makes a precise reference to taxation?
[A] Rummindei inscription
[B] Allahabad pillar inscription
[C] Barbara cave Inscription
[D] Kandhar Inscription
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Correct Answer: A [Rummindei inscription ]
Notes:
Ashokan Edicts in the form of Rock Edicts, Pillar Edicts, and Cave Inscriptions are found at different places in the Indian Sub-continent. The Rummindei inscription is the only Asokan inscription which makes a precise reference to taxation.
35. Which of the following forms of arts flourished in the post-Mauryan period?
1) Ivory work
2) Glass Manufacture
3) Bead cutting
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2, and 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, and 3]
Notes:
In the post-Mauryan period art and crafts flourished on a large scale. There was a significant progress made in cloth-making and silk-weaving craft. Some of the other arts that flourished during this period were Ivory work, Glass Manufacture & Bead cutting.
36. Which of the following actually laid the foundations of the Pushyabhuti dynasty?
[A] Prabhakar Vardhana
[B] Harsha Vardhana
[C] Rajya Vardhana
[D] Grahavarman
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Correct Answer: A [Prabhakar Vardhana]
Notes:
Prabhakar Vardhana who ruled around mid-6th century CE was the fourth king of the Pushyabhuti dynasty. He actually laid the foundations of the Pushyabhuti dynasty. Prabhakar Vardhana was considered a great general with many military victories.
37. The Chola empire ruled during which of the following periods?
[A] c. 830 – 1000 CE
[B] c. 840 – 1100 CE
[C] c. 850 – 1150 CE
[D] c. 850 – 1200 CE
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Correct Answer: D [c. 850 – 1200 CE]
Notes:
The Cholas rule is associated with the period starting from c. 850 to 1200 CE. The Cholas are famous in Indian history for their local self-government and founded a mighty empire in southern India.
38. The Dravida style of Temple architecture came into vogue during which of the following period?
[A] Cheras
[B] Cholas
[C] Pandyas
[D] Pallavas
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Correct Answer: B [Cholas]
Notes:
During the Chola administration, the temple architecture in the south reached its climax. The Dravida style of Temple architecture came into vogue which laid emphasis on the building of storey upon storey above the chief deity room.
39. Which of the following kings assumed the title of Kongarkoman?
[A] Maravarman Arikesari Parankusan
[B] Maravarman Rajasimha I
[C] Koccadiyan Ranadhira
[D] Srimar Srivallabha
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Correct Answer: C [Koccadiyan Ranadhira]
Notes:
Koccadiyan Ranadhira who ruled from 700 A.D. to 730 A.D. reduced an Ay chief at Mardur “a hill country between Tinnevelly and Travancore.” He also conquered the Kongu country and assumed the title of Kongarkoman.
40. The Dravidian races are mainly confined at which of the following parts of India?
[A] North-Eastern India
[B] East India
[C] South India
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [South India]
Notes:
The Dravidian races are mainly confined to the parts of South India.
