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 poet wrote Karpuramanjari?
[A] Sauda
[B] Rajashekhar
[C] Yashovarmana
[D] Banabhatta
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Correct Answer: B [Rajashekhar]
Notes:
Mahendrapala I adopted the title Maharajadhiraja of Aryavarta. His court was adorned by Rajashekhar, who was an eminent Sanskrit poet, dramatist, and critic who wrote many famous plays like Karpuramanjari, Kavya Mimansa, etc.
32. The eastern Gangas ruled at which of the following places in 5th century?
[A] Patliputra
[B] Tamralipti
[C] Kannauj
[D] Kalinga
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Correct Answer: D [Kalinga]
Notes:
The Gangas are also referred to as western Gangas or the Gangas of Mysore to demarcate them from eastern Gangas. The eastern Gangas ruled in Kalinga in the 5th century.
33. Which of the following kings led the restoration works of the sand-buried temple Sri Traikutaka?
[A] Dharmapala
[B] Devapala
[C] Gopala
[D] Mahendrapala
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Correct Answer: B [Devapala]
Notes:
Devapala was the third ruler of the Pala dynasty which was founded by King Gopala. He was also a zealous advocate of Buddhism. During the reign of this king restoration of the sand-buried temple, Sri Traikutaka and its enlargement happened.
34. Which of the following authors composed Haravijaya?
[A] Rajanaka Ratnakar
[B] Jinasena
[C] Sanmitracharita
[D] Abhinanda
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Correct Answer: A [Rajanaka Ratnakar]
Notes:
The Haravijaya of Ratnakara is an epic poem or maha kavya belonging to the era of artificial poetry. Haravijaya was composed by Rajanaka Ratnakar who flourished under Jayapida and Avantivarman of Kashmir.
35. The Magnificent rock-cut Kailashnatha Temple at Ellora was built during the reign of which of the following kings?
[A] Dhruva
[B] Amoghavarsha I
[C] Krishna I
[D] Dantidurga
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Correct Answer: C [Krishna I]
Notes:
The magnificent rock-cut Kailashnatha Temple at Ellora which is situated near present-day Aurangabad, Maharastra was built during the reign of Rashtrakuta king Krishna I. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
36. 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.
37. Which of the following three temples are the most famous temples at Aihole?
1) Ladh Khan Temple
2) The Durga Temple
3) Hucchimalligudi Temple
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, & 3]
Notes:
Temple architecture flourished during Chalukyas rule. At Aihole alone, we come across 70 temples. In addition to Aihole, there were temples at Badami and Pattadakal. Three temples at Aihole are particularly famous and their names are the Ladh Khan Temple, the Durga Temple, and Hucchimalligudi Temple
38. The port of Mamallapuram was constructed during the reign of which of the following kings?
[A] Narasimhavarman II
[B] Parameshvaraman I
[C] Mahendravarman I
[D] Narsimhavarman I
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Correct Answer: D [Narsimhavarman I]
Notes:
Narasimhavarman I is claimed to be one of the 12 Indian kings who never lost on the battlefield to their enemies. He ruled from 630 A.D. to 668 A.D. He was an enthusiastic patron of architecture and he constructed the port of Mamallapuram.
39. Which of the following Chola King broke the confederation between the Pandyas and the rulers of Kerala and Sri Lanka?
[A] Uttama Chola
[B] Arumolivarman
[C] Rajadhiraja
[D] Rajendra II
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Correct Answer: B [Arumolivarman]
Notes:
Arumolivarman or Rajaraja I led a series of successful military campaigns. Through these campaigns he broke down the confederation between the Pandyas and the rulers of Kerala and Sri Lanka.
40. Which of the following places emerged as an important weaving industry centre during the Chola administration?
[A] Ujjain
[B] Madhurai
[C] Kanchipuram
[D] Kudamukku
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Correct Answer: C [Kanchipuram]
Notes:
The early medieval period marked a significant improvement in the craft techniques and various centers of craft production emerged. during the Chola administration, Kanchipuram emerged as an important weaving industry center.
