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 kings founded the Shunga empire?
[A] Pushyamitra Sunga
[B] Agnimitra
[C] Bhagabhadra
[D] Devabhuti
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Correct Answer: A [Pushyamitra Sunga]
Notes:
Pushyamitra Shunga, the commander of the last Mauryan ruler Brihadratha, killed him and founded the Shunga dynasty.
32. During the fourth to sixth centuries CE, the extension of Brahmanical social institutions into new regions coincided with which of the following empires in northern India?
[A] Kushana Empire
[B] Maurya empire
[C] Gupta Empire
[D] Magadha Empire
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Correct Answer: C [Gupta Empire]
Notes:
This period broadly corresponds to the Gupta age. Land grants and the spread of agrarian settlements contributed to social change. The incorporation of tribal communities varied by region and was not simply permission granted by an emperor.
33. In the genealogy on the Asirgarh copper seal, which Maukhari king is the first to bear the title Maharajadhiraja?
[A] Sarvavarmana
[B] Ishanavarmana
[C] Grahavarmana
[D] Avanti Varmana
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Correct Answer: B [Ishanavarmana]
Notes:
Ishanavarman is the first ruler in this genealogy styled Maharajadhiraja. The seal belongs to Sarvavarman, who also bears that title.
34. Hsuan Tsang gives a detailed account of a grand assembly held in 643 CE. Where was it held?
[A] Ujjain
[B] Thaneswar
[C] Kannauj
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Kannauj]
Notes:
Hsuan Tsang gives a detailed account of a grand assembly that was held at Kannauj in 643 CE. It was attended by the representatives of Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Husan Tsang/Xuanzang along with others gave discourses on Mahayana doctrines.
35. Which of the following kings was identified as king Juzr from the travel accounts of the 9th-century Arab merchant, Sulaiman?
[A] Vatsaraja
[B] Nagabhatta I
[C] Harichandra
[D] Mihir Bhoja
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Correct Answer: D [Mihir Bhoja]
Notes:
Mihir Bhoja is also identified as the king Juzr from the travel accounts of the 9th-century Arab merchant, Sulaiman. According to the Arab merchant Sulaiman, Mihir Bhoja possessed great military power and riches.
36. Which of the following period is associated with the Avantivarman?
[A] 755 AD to 783 AD
[B] 855 AD to 883 AD
[C] 755 BC to 783 BC
[D] 805 BC to 803 BC
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Correct Answer: B [855 AD to 883 AD]
Notes:
Avantivarman who ruled from 855 AD. to 883 AD was famous for his patronage of literature. He also launched some beneficent schemes of drainage and irrigation which was carried out by his minister of public works, Suyya.
37. 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.
38. 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 parts of the Tamil country between the Sangam period and the rise of the later Pallava and Pandya powers. Buddhist and Jain traditions are associated with this period, although details of Kalabhra political history remain limited.
39. Which the following were the most prominent guilds during the early medieval period?
1. Weavers
2. Potters
3. Gardeners
4. Artisans
Select the correct option from the codes given below?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 4
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
During the early medieval times the guilds specially mentioned are those of weavers, potters, gardeners and artisans. The guilds used to make collective endowments for pious objects or received them on trust to provide for such objects out of the accruing interest.
40. Which Chola king defeated the forces of the Western Chalukya ruler Someshvara I at Koppam after Rajadhiraja I was killed?
[A] Virarajendra
[B] Rajendra II
[C] Kollutung
[D] Athirajendra
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Correct Answer: B [Rajendra II]
Notes:
Rajendra II took command after Rajadhiraja I was killed at Koppam and secured a Chola victory over Someshvara I’s forces.
