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 is described as a dvija in the Ajanta Inscriptions?
[A] Vindhyashakti
[B] Pravarasena
[C] Rudrasena
[D] Prithvisena
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Correct Answer: A [Vindhyashakti]
Notes:
Vindhyashakti I is considered as the founder of the Vakataka dynasty. The Ajanta Inscriptions which was constructed during the time of Harisena describes him as a dvija and praises him for his military achievements.
32. Which of the following kings fought with the Traikutaka king, Dahrasena of southern Gujarat?
[A] Narendrasena
[B] Rudrasena II
[C] Prithivisena II
[D] Prithvisena I
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Correct Answer: C [Prithivisena II]
Notes:
Prithivisena II had to face the invasion of Harisena of Vatsagulma line thrice, and the invasion of Bhavadottavarman of the Nala dynasty. He also fought with the Traikutaka king, Dahrasena of southern Gujarat.
33. Which of the following assumed the title of ‘Siladitya’?
[A] Harsha Vardhan
[B] Rajya Vardhana
[C] Prabhakar Vardhana
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Harsha Vardhan]
Notes:
Harsha’s reign was marked by many military victories. He brought most of north India under his control such as- Punjab, Kannauj, Bengal, Orissa, Mithila. He assumed the title of ‘Siladitya’ as mentioned in travel records of Xuanzang (Hsuan Tsang) who was a Chinese traveller.
34. Which of the following period is associated with rule of Devapala?
[A] 800-830 A.D.
[B] 810-850 A.D.
[C] 815-840 A.D.
[D] 820-850 A.D.
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Correct Answer: B [810-850 A.D.]
Notes:
The period 810 to 850 A.D. is associated with the rule of Devapala. Devapala extended his empire to include Pragyoytishpur or Kamarupa (Assam), parts of Orissa (Utkala) and modern State of Nepal.
35. Which of the following rulers was the last ruler of Gahadavalas?
[A] Jayachandra
[B] Prithviraj Chauhan
[C] Vijaychandra
[D] Chandraveda
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Correct Answer: A [Jayachandra]
Notes:
Jayachandra was the son of King Vijaychandra from the Gahadavala dynasty. After Shahabuddin Gauri attacked and defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in the second battle of Tarain. Mohammad Gauri marched against Jayachand and defeated him or the banks of the river Jamuna near Etawah.
36. Which of the following were the reasons that the states in India failed to protect Indian shipping between 600 A.D. to 1000 A.D.?
1. The Indian ships were smaller than those of Ceylon and China
2. The Arabs became the most powerful maritime power.
3. Indian ships lagged behind the Chinese and Arab ships in the matter of speed.
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 states in India failed to protect Indian shipping between 600 A.D. to 1000 A.D. because the Indian ships were smaller than those of Ceylon and China. Also the Arabs became the most powerful maritime power around that time. Indian ships also lagged behind the Chinese and Arab ships in the matter of speed.
37. Which of the following characteristics were present in the buildings constructed in Kashmir during medieval period?
1) They were constructed of immense stones, wrought with astonishing precision.
2) Graeco-Buddhist style
3) Masons had a profound knowledge of the art of building.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2, & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, & 3]
Notes:
The following characteristics were present in the buildings constructed in Kashmir during the medieval period.
1) They were constructed of immense stones, wrought with astonishing precision.
2) Graeco-Buddhist style
3) Masons had a profound knowledge of the art of building.
38. Which of the following authors wrote Kadambarikathasara?
[A] Rajanaka Ratnakar
[B] Jinasena
[C] Sanmitracharita
[D] Abhinanda
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Correct Answer: D [Abhinanda]
Notes:
Abhinanda was a Sanskrit scholar and poet. He was the son of Jayantabhatta. He was the court poet of Shankaravarma, king of Kashmir. He wrote the famous Kadambarikathasara in the ninth century AD.
39. Siddhiyoga was written by which of the following?
[A] Patanjali
[B] Vrinda
[C] Madhavakar
[D] Dridhabala
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Correct Answer: B [Vrinda]
Notes:
Siddhiyoga was written by Vrinda in about 1000 AD. It is also called Vrindam?dhava. Some scholars suggest that Vrinda is only a second name of M?dhavakara, but it is unproved.
40. ‘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.
