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. The Satavahana kingdom was divided into subdivisions which were known as?
[A] Aharas
[B] Grama
[C] Bhoga
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Aharas]
Notes:
The Satavahanas Kings retained some of the administrative units which were used during Ashokan times. The kingdom was divided into subdivisions called aharas or rashtras, meaning districts.
32. Kujula Kadphises died in which of the following years?
[A] 60 A.D.
[B] 70 A.D.
[C] 80 A.D.
[D] 90 A.D.
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Correct Answer: C [80 A.D.]
Notes:
According to the Rabatak inscription, Kujula Kadphises was the great grandfather of the great Kushan king Kanishka I. He is considered as the founder of the Kushan Empire. He died in the year 80 A.D.
33. In which of the following architectural style, temples in northern India were made in the Gupta period?
[A] Dravida
[B] Nagara
[C] Vesara
[D] Mandapa
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Correct Answer: B [Nagara]
Notes:
Temple Architecture started in India during the Gupta period. The northern temples were made in the architectural style known as Nagara. Square temples with flat-roof were built in northern India.
34. Which of the following areas of modern India were in the direct control of Harsha?
- Rajasthan
- Punjab
- Uttar Pradesh
- Bihar
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:
Harsha’s authority was limited to parts of Northern India excluding Kashmir. Some of the areas like Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Odisha were in the direct control of Harsha.
35. Which of the following inscriptions mentions that Harsha defeated the Vallabhi king, Dhruvasena II?
[A] Sohgaura copper plate inscription
[B] Nausasi copper plate inscription
[C] Kadamba copper plate inscription
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Nausasi copper plate inscription]
Notes:
Harsha emerged victorious against the ruler of Sindh in the north west. He also defeated the Vallabhi king, Dhruvasena II, as mentioned in the Nausasi copper plate inscription. However, Harsha was defeated by Chalukyan king Pulkesin II.
36. The Kalabhras ruled in which of the following regions?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Karnataka
[C] Adhra
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Tamil Nadu]
Notes:
The Kalabhras ruled in Tamil Nadu. They were referred to as evil rulers as they overthrew innumerable kings. They also put an end to Brahmadeya rights. They patronized Buddhist monasteries.
37. Which of the following was the term used for those persons who sold themselves as slaves in times of famines to maintain themselves?
[A] Kritadasas
[B] Svavikrayi
[C] Dhvajahrita
[D] Rinadasas
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Correct Answer: B [Svavikrayi]
Notes:
Persons who sold themselves as slaves in times of famines to maintain themselves were referred to as Svavikraryi. Whereas Dhvajahrita were those persons who were captured by the victorious rulers as prisoners of war. They had to work as slaves.
38. Which of the following authors wrote Dasavatara-charitam?
[A] Banabhatta
[B] Bilhana
[C] Kshemendra
[D] Gunadhya
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Correct Answer: C [Kshemendra]
Notes:
Kshemendra was an 11th-century Sanskrit poet from Kashmir in India. Kshemendra is considered to be the author of Dasavatara-charitam which is written in Sanskrit. It mentions the 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu.
39. Which of the following wrote Yogavarttika and Yogasarasamgraha?
[A] Vijnanabhikshu
[B] Udayana
[C] Jayanta
[D] Nathamuni
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Correct Answer: A [Vijnanabhikshu]
Notes:
Vijnanabhikshu was the author of Yogavarttika and Yogasarasamgraha. He was Hindu philosopher from Bihar. He was known for his commentary on various schools of Hindu philosophy.
40. During the Chola administration, the Royal court of justice was also called as?
[A] Eccoru
[B] Kadamai
[C] Antarayam
[D] Dharmasana
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Correct Answer: D [Dharmasana]
Notes:
During the Medieval period, justice was mostly a matter of local concern. The village assemblies enjoyed great powers in the field of justice. We have the mentions of Dharmasana recorded in Chola inscriptions. Dharmasana was the Royal court of justice.
