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 Gupta king adopted the title of Kaviraja?
[A] Samudragupta
[B] Chandragupta II
[C] Kumargupta
[D] Skandagupta
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Correct Answer: A [Samudragupta]
Notes:
Samudragupta is depicted in his coins as a poet, a musician, and a patron of learning. He was a great patron of art and adopted the title of Kaviraja which means king among poets.
32. The two great epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata were compiled in which of the following century?
[A] 4th century CE
[B] 6th century CE
[C] 1st century CE
[D] 3rd century CE
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Correct Answer: A [4th century CE]
Notes:
Art and literature flourished under the Gupta empire in ancient India. Sanskrit was the main language of literature in this period. The two great epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata were compiled in the 4th century CE.
33. Which of the following Puranas were written in the Gupta period?
1) Vishnu Purana
2) Vayu Purana
3) Matsya Purana
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, & 3]
Notes:
The Gupta period marks the beginning of the writing of the Puranas. Some of the major Puranas which were written in this period were the Vishnu Purana, Vayu Purana, and the Matsya Purana.
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. Pushyabhutis were originally feudatories of which of the following?
[A] Mauryans
[B] Satvahnas
[C] Guptas
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Guptas]
Notes:
Pushyabhutis were originally feudatories of the Guptas. The decline of the Gupta Empire resulted in the splitting of northern India into several kingdoms. Pushyabhutis came to prominence after the fall of Gupta empire.
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 exercised control over Malwa, Rajputana, and Gujarat?
[A] Harichandra
[B] Vatsaraja
[C] Nagabhatta I
[D] Nagabhatta II
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Correct Answer: C [Nagabhatta I]
Notes:
Nagabhatta I who is also considered as the real founder of Gurjara Pratiharas. He also defeated the Arab army under Tamin and Junaid during the Caliphate campaigns in India. He exercised control over the areas of Malwa, Rajputana, and Gujarat.
38. Which of the following kings succeded the king Bhoja I / Mihir Bhoja?
[A] Mahendrapala
[B] Rajyapala
[C] Yashpala
[D] Harichandra
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Correct Answer: A [Mahendrapala]
Notes:
Mahendrapala I was the successor of king Bhoja I / Mihir Bhoja. The Pratihara empire reached its peak of prosperity and power under Mihir Bhoja. The extent of its territory was almost similar to that of the Guptas.
39. Dharmapala held a Durbar at which of the following places?
[A] Patliputra
[B] Vikrampura
[C] Tamralipti
[D] Kannauj
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Correct Answer: D [Kannauj]
Notes:
Dharmapala is believed to have deposed Indraraja or Indrayudha, the ruler of Kanauj. After his victory, Dharmapala held a Durbar at Kanauj. This Durbar was attended by a large number of vassal chiefs. He installed his puppet ruler, Chakrayudha, on the throne.
40. Which of the following were under the direct control of Dharmapala?
1. Bengal
2. Bihar
3. Kannauj
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:
Bengal and Bihar both were directly under the control of Dharmapala. The kingdom of Kanauj was subordinate to him. The rulers of other areas like Punjab, Rajputana, Malva and Berar acknowledged him as their overlord and also paid him homage.
