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 inscription mentions the site of all 14 Major Rock Edicts as well as two separate Kalinga edicts?
[A] Sannati Inscription
[B] Saugaura Copper Plate Inscription
[C] Rummindei Inscription
[D] Nigali Sagar Inscription
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Correct Answer: A [Sannati Inscription]
Notes:
The Sannati Inscription located in the state of Karnataka is the site of all 14 Major Rock Edicts of Ashoka as well as two separate Kalinga edicts. Sannati is an important Buddhist site.
32. Against which of the following kingdoms did Kharvela led successful campaigns?
[A] Chola
[B] Satvahana
[C] Cheras
[D] Pandyas
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Correct Answer: B [Satvahana]
Notes:
King Kharvela was the ruler of the Chedi dynasty which established after the decline of the Muryans. King Kharavela possessed a large army, consisting of infantry, cavalry, elephant force, and chariots. He led successful campaigns against the kingdoms of Satavahana, Anga, and Magadha.
33. Who was the first Yuezhi chief to establish the foundation of the Kushana Empire in India?
[A] Kujula Kadphises
[B] Vima Kadphises
[C] Kanishka I
[D] Sadashkana
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Correct Answer: A [Kujula Kadphises]
Notes:
Kujula Kadphises was the Yuezhi chief who laid the foundation of the Kushana Empire in India. The Yuezhi were a confederation of tribes from China’s western frontier. They migrated to Bactria (modern-day Afghanistan) due to attacks from the Xiongnu. Kujula Kadphises consolidated the Yuezhi power by defeating other Bactrian tribes, eventually laying down the foundation of the Kushana Empire, one of the prominent dynasties in Indian history.
34. 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.
35. Which of the following temples belong to the Gupta period?
1) Vishnu Temple of Tigawa Jabalpur
2) Shiva Temple of Bhumara
3) Shiva Temple of Koh
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 3
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 1 & 2
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The Gupta period marked the beginning of the free-standing Temple Architecture in India. The rock-cut architecture reached its zenith. Some of the temples built during the Gupta period are Vishnu Temple of Tigawa Jabalpur, Shiva Temple of Bhumara, Parvati Temple of Nachria Kathura, Shiva Temple of Koh, etc.
36. Which of the following kings was the son of Prithvisena I?
[A] Prithvisena II
[B] Rudrasena II
[C] Rudrasena I
[D] Pravarasena II
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Correct Answer: B [Rudrasena II]
Notes:
Rudrasena II was the grandson of founder of the Vakataka Nandivardhana branch Rudrasena I, and son of Prithvisena. He ruled only for a period of five years and died prematurely, leaving behind three minor sons Divakarasena, Damodarasena, and Pravarasena.
37. Which of the following works was composed by Rajshekhar, the court poet of Mahendrapala?
1) Vidhasalabhanjika
2) Bhrinjika
3) Balaramayana
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2 & 3]
Notes:
Rajshekhar was eminent Sanskrit poet, dramatist, and critic in the court of Mahendrapala I during the 10th century. He wrote many plays and poems which include Karpuramanjari, Vidhasalabhanjika, Bhrinjika, Balaramayana, Balabharata, etc.
38. The second branch of Kadambas formed after the death of Kakusthavarman, ruled from which of the following places?
[A] Banavasi
[B] Triparvata
[C] Badami
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Triparvata]
Notes:
The Kadamba family split into two branches after the death of Kakusthavarman,. One of the branches continued to rule from the earlier capital Banavasi and the other branch ruled from Triparvata.
39. Which of the following kings revived the Nalanda monastery?
[A] Gopala
[B] Upasaka
[C] Dharamapala
[D] Sarvajnamitra
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Correct Answer: A [Gopala ]
Notes:
Buddhism enjoyed the royal patronage during the long rule of the Pala kings. the rule of Pala kings extended over nearly four centuries in Bihar and Bengal. Gopala was the founder of the royal dynasty of the Palas. He was a patron of Buddhism. He revived the Nalanda monastery.
40. Which of the following are correctly matched regarding import in India from 650 A.D. to 1000 A.D.?
Items of import Region
1. Horses Western and Central Asia
2. Wine Kapisa
3. Dates Basrsa
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Between 650 A.D. to 1000 A.D. the best breed of horses came to India from the Western and Central Asia. Wine was imported from Kapisa and dates were imported from Basra.
