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 was the lowest level of administration during the Satavahana dynasty?
[A] Village
[B] Town
[C] Province
[D] District
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Correct Answer: A [Village]
Notes:
The lowest level of administration during the Satavahana period was a grama or village. It was under the charge of a gaulmika or village headman. The village headman was also the head of a military regiment consisting of nine chariots, nine elephants, 25 horses and 45 foot soldiers.
32. Which of the following kings proclaimed themselves as Bhagavatas?
[A] Gupta Kings
[B] Kushana Kings
[C] Mauryan Kings
[D] Vakataka Kings
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Correct Answer: A [Gupta Kings]
Notes:
Hinduism acquired its present shape in the Gupta period. The Gupta rulers were centred around the worship of Bhagvat or Vishnu. The Gupta kings proclaimed themselves as Bhagavatas. Garuda was the emblem of Bhagavata.
33. Trade between the different parts of India during the Gupta period included which of the following articles?
1. Pepper
2. Sandalwood
3. Coral
4. Saffron
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 3 & 4
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
During the Gupta period local trade was mostly confined to the articles of daily use whereas trade between different parts of India was usually for valuable and luxury commodities which included pepper, sandalwood, coral, musk, saffron, yak’s tail, elephants, horses, gold, copper, iron and mica.
34. 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.
35. Which of the following works was composed by Rajshekhar, the court poet of Mahendrapala?
1) Vidhasalabhanjika
2) Bhrinjika
3) Balaramayana
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2 & 3]
Notes:
Rajshekhar was eminent Sanskrit poet, dramatist, and critic in the court of Mahendrapala I during the 10th century. He wrote many plays and poems which include Karpuramanjari, Vidhasalabhanjika, Bhrinjika, Balaramayana, Balabharata, etc.
36. Which of the following defeated the Kadambas and captured their kingdom in A.D. 540?
[A] Chalukyas of Badami
[B] Chalukyas of Vengi
[C] Pallavas
[D] Pandyas
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Correct Answer: A [Chalukyas of Badami]
Notes:
Krishnavarma-I, the ruler from Triparvata, united the Kadamba family which was split into two branches. But around A.D. 540, the Chalukyas of Badami defeated the Kadambas and captured their kingdom.
37. During the early medieval period there was inter-mixture of social classes as a result of which of the following factors?
- Thousands of mixed castes were created because of the connection of Vaisya women with men of lower castes.
- The Sudras and the untouchables got divided into countless sub-castes.
- People also became divided into sub-castes according to the territory to which they belonged.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3 ]
Notes:
During the early medieval period thousands of mixed castes were created. The Sudras and the untouchables got divided into countless sub-castes. People also became divided into sub-castes according to the territory to which they belonged.
38. Brihadeswara temple is situated at which of the following places?
[A] Tanjore
[B] Kanchipuram
[C] Pattadakal
[D] Sravan Belgola
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Correct Answer: A [Tanjore]
Notes:
The Dravida style of Temple architecture came into vogue during the rule of the Chola Empire. Brihadeswara temple which is located at Tanjore is another fine specimen of Dravida style.
39. Agathiyam, Paripadal, Mudukurugu and Kalariyavirai are the works of which of the following sangams?
[A] First sangam
[B] Second sangam
[C] Third sangam
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [First sangam ]
Notes:
The important works related to first Sangam were Agathiyam, Paripadal, Mudukurugu and Kalariyavirai. As many as 4449 poets and bards are associated with the first sangam.
40. Which of the following is the largest Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization site?
[A] Harappa
[B] Mohen-jo Dero
[C] Rakhigarhi
[D] Mehrgarh
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Correct Answer: C [Rakhigarhi]
Notes:
Among around 2000 sites of Indus Valley spread in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan, Rakhigarhi, located in Hisar district of Haryana, is the largest site.
