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 Chalukya king fought with the Yasovarman?
[A] Vijayaditya
[B] Vakpatiraja
[C] Manorathavarman
[D] Vinayaditya
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Correct Answer: A [Vijayaditya]
Notes:
According to some inscriptions, during the reign of Chalukya king Vinayaditya who ruled from 681 A.D. to 696 A.D. of Badami, his son Vijayaditya fought with the “lord of the whole of northern regions” Yasovarman.
32. The Pala ruler ‘Gopala’ ruled during which of the following periods?
[A] 750 to 770 A.D.
[B] 755 to 775 A.D
[C] 760 to 780 A.D
[D] 765 to 785 A.D
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Correct Answer: A [750 to 770 A.D.]
Notes:
The Pala ruler ‘Gopala’ ruled from 750 to 770 A.D. The name of Gopala’s father was Vapyata, who was a military chief of renown. And the name of Gopala’s grandfather was Davitavishnu.
33. Which of the following kings made Haribhadra his spiritual preceptor?
[A] Gopala
[B] Dharmpala
[C] Mahendrapala
[D] Devapala
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Correct Answer: B [Dharmpala]
Notes:
Dharmapala was the second ruler of the Pala Empire of Bengal region in the Indian Subcontinent. He was the son and successor of Gopala. Dharmapala was a great admirer of Buddhism and made Haribhadra his spiritual preceptor. He built as many as 50 Buddhist monasteries.
34. At which of the following places did Avantivarman built his new capital?
[A] Avantipur
[B] Ujjain
[C] Srinagar
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Avantipur]
Notes:
Avantivarman founded the Utpala dynasty. He ruled Kashmir from 855 C.E. to 883 C.E. and built the famous Avantiswami Temple. He built his new capital at Avantipur, 18 miles from Srinagar.
35. During the reign of which of the following kings the Rashtrakuta empire became a pan-Indian power?
[A] Dhruva
[B] Dantidurga
[C] Krishna I
[D] Govind II
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Correct Answer: A [Dhruva]
Notes:
The Rashtrakuta Dynasty ruled parts of South India from the 8th to the 10th century CE. The rise of Rashtrakuta Kingdom began when Dantidurga defeated King Kirtivarman II in 753 CE but the Rashtrakutas became a pan- Indian power during the rule of the king Dhruva.
36. ‘Rajamalla’ title was adopted by which of the following Chalukyan Kings?
[A] Pulkeshin II
[B] Vikramaditya I
[C] Vinayaditya I
[D] Vikramaditya II
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Correct Answer: B [Vikramaditya I]
Notes:
Vikramaditya I ruled from c. 655 to 680 CE. Vikramaditya I adopted the title ‘Rajamalla’ which means ‘the Sovereign of the Mallas’ or Pallavas. He also defeated the Cheras, Cholas and Pandyas.
37. The temple of Virupaksha was constructed during the reign of which of the following king?
[A] Vikramaditya I
[B] Pulakesin I
[C] Vikramaditya II
[D] Pulakesin II
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Correct Answer: C [Vikramaditya II]
Notes:
During the 7th century AD. the movement of rock-cut halls was initiated. There are as many as 10 temples at Pattadakal belonging to this period. The most important temple of this period is the temple of Virupaksha. It was built by Lokamahadevi, the queen of Vikramaditya II.
38. ‘Kani rights’ refers to which of the following in the Chola period?
[A] Right to cultivate
[B] Right of possession over land
[C] Superior possessive right
[D] Right to live a particular village
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Correct Answer: B [Right of possession over land]
Notes:
The different inscriptions related to Chola empire point out to several instances of land transfers by the process of sale or
gif which involved the transfer of kani rights, that is, the right of possession over land associated with certain other rights and obligations.
39. Which of the following King of the Sangam age is credited with constructing a dam on the river Kaveri?
[A] Tondaiman Ilandiraiyan
[B] Kulothunga
[C] Karikala
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Karikala]
Notes:
The famous Chola king Karikala of the Sangam age is credited with constructing a dam on the Kaveri river. It is considered to be the earliest dam in the country.
40. Which of the following were the important ports of India on the western coast during the Sangam age?
1. Bharukachchha
2. Sopara
3. Kalyana
4. Muziris
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1 & 4
[C] Only 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Important ports of India on the western coast during the Sangam period were Bharukachchha (Broach), Sopara, Kalyana, and Muziris. The ships sailed from these ports to the Roman Empire through the Red Sea.
