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 period is considered as the period of the Rajputs?
[A] 600 A.D- 800 A.D
[B] 800 A.D- 1000 A.D
[C] 647 A.D- 1200 A.D
[D] 540 A.D- 870 A.D
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Correct Answer: C [647 A.D- 1200 A.D]
Notes:
The period from roughly 647 to 1200 CE is sometimes called the Rajput period in surveys of northern Indian history. Rajput kingdoms continued after 1200. Suryavamsa, Chandravamsa and Agnikula are traditional lineage claims.
32. Which of the following authors composed Janakiharana?
[A] Padmagupta
[B] Kumaradas
[C] Sanmitracharita
[D] Abhinanda
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Correct Answer: B [Kumaradas]
Notes:
Kumaradasa has been known by the names of Natha Kumara and Kumaradatta on the continent of India. Kumaradasa is the author of a Sanskrit Mahakavya called the Janaki-harana or Janaki’s abduction.
33. Which of the following kings defeated the Chola king Parantaka I?
[A] Krishna I
[B] Krishna III
[C] Indra III
[D] Govinda III
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Correct Answer: B [Krishna III]
Notes:
Krishna III defeated the Chola forces at Takkolam in 949 CE, during Parantaka I’s reign. Parantaka’s son Rajaditya, who led the Chola army, was killed in the battle. The victory enabled Rashtrakuta control over northern Chola territories.
34. Which of the following Chola King killed his Pallava overlord Aparajita and brought Tondaimandalam (northern Tamil country) under his control?
[A] Aditya I
[B] Parantaka I
[C] Parantaka II
[D] Uttama Chola
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Correct Answer: A [Aditya I ]
Notes:
The Chola King Aditya I killed his Pallava overlord Aparajita and brought Tondaimandalam (northern Tamil country) under his control in c.893 CE. He conquered Kongudesha from the Pandyas by alling with the Cheras.
35. A successful naval expedition was dispatched against the Sri Vijaya empire by Rajendra I in which of the following years?
[A] 1025 CE
[B] 1005 CE
[C] 1015 CE
[D] 1035 CE
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Correct Answer: A [1025 CE]
Notes:
Rajendra I sent a naval expedition against Srivijaya in 1025 CE. His forces attacked centres in Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula and captured the ruler Sangrama Vijayottungavarman.
36. Which of the following kings defeated Someshvara II?
[A] Kollutung
[B] Rajadhiraja
[C] Virarajendra
[D] Athirajendra
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Correct Answer: C [Virarajendra]
Notes:
After the death of Someshvara I, his son Someshvara II came to the Chalukyan throne in April 1068 CE. King Virarajendra Chola who ruled the Chola empire from 1063 A.D. to 1070 A.D. defeated Someshvara II.
37. 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.
38. Which of the following were the major items of export to the Romans during the Sangam period?
1. Perfumes
2. Jewels
3. Ivory
4. Fine textiles
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Major items of export to the Romans during the Sangam period were the Indian products such as spices, perfumes, jewels, ivory and fine textiles. Several precious and semi-precious stones were also exported.
39. Where is the UNESCO World Heritage site Nalanda Mahavihara located?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [Bihar]
Notes:
UNESCO World Heritage site Nalanda Mahavihara is a monastic and scholastic institution located in Bihar, built between 3rd century BCE to the 13th century CE.
40. Who were astadiggajas in the court of Krishnadevaraya?
[A] Eight Poets
[B] Eight Advisors
[C] Eight Military generals
[D] Eight Ministers
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Correct Answer: A [Eight Poets]
Notes:
Ashtadiggajas is the collective title given to the eight Telugu scholars and poets in the court of Emperor Krishnadevaraya who ruled the Vijayanagara Empire from 1509 until his death in 1529. During his reign, Telugu literature and culture reached its zenith.
