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 among the following Mahajanapada was located to the south of Vindhya ranges?
[A] Kamboja
[B] Matsya
[C] Kuru
[D] Assaka
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Correct Answer: D [Assaka]
Notes:
The Ashavaka or Assaka Mahajanapada was located between the rivers Godavari and Manjira. It was situated in central India but extended towards south India making it the only mahajanapada situated to the south of Vindhya Ranges.
32. Bimbisara ruled for how many years?
[A] 40
[B] 42
[C] 50
[D] 52
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Correct Answer: D [52]
Notes:
Bimbisara belonged to the Haryanka dynasty and he ruled for almost 52 years starting from 544 to 492 BCE. Mahavamsa states that he was anointed as the king by his father at the age of 15.
33. How did Chandragupta Maurya die?
[A] In Seleucid–Mauryan war
[B] Natural Causes
[C] By observing Sallekhana
[D] Killed by Bindusara
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Correct Answer: C [By observing Sallekhana]
Notes:
According to Jain sources, Chandragupta Maurya renounced his empire and became a Jain monk under the saint Bhadrabahu. They lived in the place which is now famous as Shravana Belagola for several years before Chandragupta Maurya starved himself to death by observing Sallekhana.
34. 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.
35. Which of the following statements are correct with respect to Mauryan society?
1. There was no improvement in the social status of Vaishyas or trading communities and Shudras.
2. This period saw an increase in the number of untouchables.
3. There is mention of Varna or Sati in the Ashokan edicts.
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: B [Only 2]
Notes:
During the Mauryan period there was some improvement in the social status of Vaishyas or trading communities and Shudras also. This period saw an increase in the number of untouchables. We find no mention of either Varna or Sati in the Ashokan edicts.
36. Which of the following kings founded the Pratihara dynasty?
[A] Vatsaraja
[B] Harichandra
[C] Nagabhatta I
[D] Nagabhatta II
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Correct Answer: B [Harichandra]
Notes:
The Pratiharas were also known as the Gurjara?Pratiharas. They originated from the Gurjaras who were primarily pastoralists and fighters. The dynasty was founded by Harichandra in and around Jodhpur in southwestern Rajasthan.
37. Which of the following kings adopted the title of Maharajadhiraja of Aryavarta?
[A] Harichandra
[B] Rajyapala
[C] Yashpala
[D] Mahendrapala
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Correct Answer: D [Mahendrapala]
Notes:
Mahendrapala I was the son of Mihir Bhoja I and queen Candra-Bhatta-Rika-Devi. He ruled from 885 C.E. to 910 C.E. He adopted the title Maharajadhiraja of Aryavarta which means Great King of Kings of Northern India.
38. Which of the following kings succeeded king Visaladeva?
[A] Govindachandra
[B] Prithviraj Chauhan
[C] Raja Bhoja
[D] Kirtivarman
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Correct Answer: B [Prithviraj Chauhan]
Notes:
Visaladeva was succeeded by his nephew, Prithviraj Chauhan. He ruled from 1178 C.E.–1192 C.E. Prithviraj Chauhan played a very important part in the history of India at the time of the conquest of Muslim invaders.
39. Which of the following started the practice of land grants in the Krishna-Guntur region?
[A] Chalukyas
[B] Kalabhras
[C] Ikshavakus
[D] Pallavas
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Correct Answer: C [Ikshavakus]
Notes:
The Ikshavakus rose in the Krishna-Guntur region on the ruins of Satvahanas. The Ikshavakus were a local tribe. They started the practice of land grants in the Krishna-Guntur region. They also built many monuments.
40. Which of the following was the founder of Kadamba dynasty?
[A] Vidhyashakti
[B] Mayursharman
[C] Kakusthavarma
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Mayursharman]
Notes:
The Kadamba dynasty was founded by Mayurasharman. Mayurasharman defeated the Pallavas with the help of forest tribes. The Pallavas formally presented Mayurasharman with royal insignia to give recognition to his authority.
