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. Brahuis tribe are mostly found in:
[A] India
[B] Pakistan
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Nepal
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Correct Answer: B [Pakistan]
Notes:
The Brahuis are an ethnic tribe community currently found residing in Balochistan region located in western Pakistan. Genetic evidence and oral history suggests they are possibly descendants of or have intermingled ancestry with the original Harappan people after their civilization declined.
32. In which Indus site we can find flooring paved with tiles and bearing typical intersecting design of circles?
[A] Mohenjodaro
[B] Banwali
[C] Lothal
[D] Kalibangan
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Correct Answer: D [Kalibangan]
Notes:
Excavations at Kalibangan settlement in Rajasthan revealed unique flooring in several houses made of thick baked bricks arranged in geometric patterns showing intersecting circles and squares. These designs proved the Harappan mastery over brick technology and aesthetics for home decoration.
33. During the Later Vedic age collection of taxes and tributes was done by which of the following?
[A] Sangrihitri
[B] Senani
[C] Kulapati
[D] Grahpati
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Correct Answer: A [Sangrihitri]
Notes:
During the Later Vedic age the collection of taxes and tributes was made compulsory and were done by the officer known as Sangrihitri. The Vaishyas appear to be the only tribute payers in Later Vedic times.
34. With which of the following wandering ascetics Buddha practiced austerities?
1. Kondanna
2. Bhaddiya
3. Vappa
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Buddha practiced austerities with five wandering ascetics – Kondanna, Bhaddiya, Vappa, Mahanama, and Assaji. He practiced severe austerities until his body was almost emaciated however he abandoned them when he realised that austerities could not lead to realisation.
35. At which of the following places the entry of women as Bhikshuni into the sangha was allowed by Buddha?
[A] Rajgriha
[B] Vaishali
[C] Nalanda
[D] Shravasti
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Correct Answer: B [Vaishali]
Notes:
The entry of women as Bhikshuni into the sangha was allowed by the Buddha at Vaishali on the request of his disciple Anand. The first woman who was admitted to sangha was Mahaprajapati Gautami.
36. Where was the capital of Bharga (Bhagga) situated?
[A] Sunsamagiri
[B] Pava
[C] Piphalivana
[D] Kapilavastu
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Correct Answer: A [Sunsamagiri]
Notes:
The Bhaggas were an ancient Indo-Aryan tribe in northeastern South Asia, organized as an aristocratic republic, later annexed by Vatsa, with Suṃsumāragiri as their capital.
37. Which of the following was the king of Vatsa mahajanapada?
[A] Virata
[B] Udayana
[C] Avantipura
[D] Pradyota
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Correct Answer: B [Udayana]
Notes:
Udayana was the king of Vatsa mahajanapada. He was also the hero of three Sanskrit dramas which were known as Svapnavasavadatta wriiten by Bhasa, Priyadarshika, and Ratnavali written by Harsha.
38. Bimbisara ruled for how many years?
[A] 40
[B] 42
[C] 50
[D] 52
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Correct Answer: D [52]
Notes:
Bimbisara belonged to the Haryanka dynasty and he ruled for almost 52 years starting from 544 to 492 BCE. Mahavamsa states that he was anointed as the king by his father at the age of 15.
39. Rabatak Inscription provides the evidence of which of the following rulers?
[A] Kanishka
[B] Kadphises I
[C] Vasudeva II
[D] Vima Kadphises
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Correct Answer: A [Kanishka]
Notes:
Kanishka was the third ruler of the Kushana empire. He was the grandson of Kadphises I, the founder of the Kushana empire. The famous Rabatak Inscription written on a rock in the Bactrian language and the Greek script presents valuable information on Kanishka.
40. Which of the following actually laid the foundations of the Pushyabhuti dynasty?
[A] Prabhakar Vardhana
[B] Harsha Vardhana
[C] Rajya Vardhana
[D] Grahavarman
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Correct Answer: A [Prabhakar Vardhana]
Notes:
Prabhakar Vardhana who ruled around mid-6th century CE was the fourth king of the Pushyabhuti dynasty. He actually laid the foundations of the Pushyabhuti dynasty. Prabhakar Vardhana was considered a great general with many military victories.
