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 most famous ruler of Satavahana dysnasty?
[A] Simuka
[B] Gautamiputra Satkarni
[C] Vashishthiputra Pulumayi
[D] Yajna Sri Satakarni
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Correct Answer: B [Gautamiputra Satkarni]
Notes:
The fortunes of the Satavahanas dynasty were revived by its most famous ruler named Gautamiputra Satkarni. He defeated the Shakas and raised the power and prestige of the Satvahanas to greater heights during his rule.
32. Which of the following kings was the son of Kujula Kadphises?
[A] Kanishka
[B] Vasumitra
[C] Vima Kadphises
[D] Nagarjuna
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Correct Answer: C [Vima Kadphises]
Notes:
Vima Kadphises was the son of Kadphises I or Kujula Kadphises. He started as a co-ruler with his father. He conquered Gandhara from the Parthians. He also spread the kingdom to the east of the Indus till the Mathura region.
33. Which of the following kings is glorified in the Bhitari pillar inscription?
[A] Chandragupta – I
[B] Samudragupta
[C] Chandragupta II
[D] Skandagupta
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Correct Answer: D [Skandagupta]
Notes:
The Bhitari pillar inscription of Skandagupta dates to the reign of Gupta empire ruler Skandagupta. In Bhitari pillar inscription, Skandagupta is glorified as a person who subdued the earth and became merciful to the conquered people.
34. Works of which of the following poets were also translated in many European languages?
[A] Kalidasa
[B] Surdasa
[C] Shudraka
[D] Bharavi
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Correct Answer: A [Kalidasa]
Notes:
Kalidasa was one of the Navratnas in the court of Chandragupta II. His works were very famous and have been translated into many European languages. The notable feature of his works was the display of an element of humour.
35. At which of the following places, stone sculpture of a larger than life figure of a horse was founded?
[A] Mathura
[B] Deogarh
[C] Sultanganj
[D] Khairigarh
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Correct Answer: D [Khairigarh]
Notes:
A stone sculpture of a larger than life figure of a horse which is probably representing an Ashwamedha horse can be found at Khairigarh in Uttar Pradesh. It is carved out of beige sandstone.
36. Which of the following Vakataka ruler adopted the title dharma-maharaja?
[A] Sarvasena
[B] Vindhyashakti II
[C] Harisena
[D] Prithivisena II
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Correct Answer: A [Sarvasena]
Notes:
Sarvasena who belonged to Vatsagulma Branch/Line of Vakatakas ruled from c. 330 to 355 CE. He adopted the title dharma-maharaja. He was a renowned Prakrit poet. The Vakatakas originated in the central Deccan.
37. Which of the statements are correct with respect to administration during the time of Harsha?
1. The administration had become feudal.
2. There was more decentralization.
3. Army was larger in size than Mauryans.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The administration during the time of Harsha had become feudal. There was more decentralization. Army was larger in size than Mauryans. Also land grants continued to be made to priests.
38. 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.
39. Which of the following forms of industry were in vogue during the early medieval period?
1. A great variety and different qualities of textiles were produced.
2. Surashtra was famous for bell-metal and Vanga for tin industry.
3. The art of the jeweller appears to have maintained its old level.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
According to the record of the early medieval period a great variety and different qualities of textiles were produced. The Surashtra region was famous for bell-metal and Vanga for tin industry. However, the art of the jeweller appears to have maintained its old level.
40. Which of the following constituted imports from the West during 600 A.D. to 1000 A.D.?
1. Incense
2.Copper
3. Dates
4. Corals
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:
The imports from the West during 600 A.D. to 1000 A.D. comprised incense, copper, load, salt, dates, ivory, emeralds, coral and horses. The best breed of horses came to India from the Western and Central Asia.
