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 were the first rulers in India to issue coins which can be definitely attributed to any dynasty?
[A] Mauryans
[B] Indo-Greeks
[C] Shakas
[D] Kushans
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Correct Answer: B [Indo-Greeks]
Notes:
The first rulers in India to issue coins (gold, silver, copper, and nickel) which can be definitely attributed to any dynasty were the Indo-Greek rulers. They were also the first to issue gold coins in India.
32. Which of the following married the daughter of Rudradaman I?
[A] Gautamiputra Satkarni
[B] Simuka
[C] Vashishthiputra Pulumayi
[D] Yajna Sri Satakarni
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Correct Answer: C [Vashishthiputra Pulumayi]
Notes:
According to the Junagadh Inscription Vashishthiputra Pulumayi married the daughter of Rudradaman I. The coins of Vashishthiputra Pulumayi were found in the various parts of Andhra.
33. Which of the following empire assigned a sub-caste to the foreigners?
[A] Gupta Empire
[B] Kushana Empire
[C] Maurya empire
[D] Magadha Empire
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Correct Answer: A [Gupta Empire]
Notes:
During the Gupta rule, a large number of foreigners were assimilated into Indian society and each foreigner was assigned a sub-caste. The various foreign ruling families of the pre-Gupta period were given semi-kshatriya status.
34. At which of the following places “The Bagh” cave paintings are located?
[A] Ujjain
[B] Mathura
[C] Gwalior
[D] Sultanganj
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Correct Answer: C [Gwalior]
Notes:
During the Gupta period, Buddhist art became prominent. The finest examples are the paintings of Ajanta caves. The Bagh cave paintings near Gwalior can be termed Buddhist art as well. They are more simple and plain as compared to Ajanta cave paintings.
35. Which of the following kings along with Chandragupta II defeated the Shaka satraps of Malwa and Kathiawar?
[A] Prithvisena I
[B] Pravarasena II
[C] Rudrasena II
[D] Narendrasena
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Correct Answer: A [Prithvisena I]
Notes:
Prithvisena I who was the son of Rudrasena I, Spent most of his time in consolidating his kingdom. He formed an alliance with Chandragupta II, and together they defeated the Shaka satraps of Malwa and Kathiawar.
36. The Chauhan clan of the Rajputs ruled over which of the following areas?
1) Sambhar
2) Ajmer
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
The Chauhans were historically a very powerful group in the region now known as Rajasthan. According to Agnikula myth, some of the Rajput clans originated from Agni, in a sacrificial fire pit. The Chauhan clan of the Rajputs ruled over Sambhar and Ajmer.
37. Which of the following kings succeeded king Visaladeva?
[A] Govindachandra
[B] Prithviraj Chauhan
[C] Raja Bhoja
[D] Kirtivarman
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Correct Answer: B [Prithviraj Chauhan]
Notes:
Visaladeva was succeeded by his nephew, Prithviraj Chauhan. He ruled from 1178 C.E.–1192 C.E. Prithviraj Chauhan played a very important part in the history of India at the time of the conquest of Muslim invaders.
38. Which of the following started the practice of land grants in the Krishna-Guntur region?
[A] Chalukyas
[B] Kalabhras
[C] Ikshavakus
[D] Pallavas
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Correct Answer: C [Ikshavakus]
Notes:
The Ikshavakus rose in the Krishna-Guntur region on the ruins of Satvahanas. The Ikshavakus were a local tribe. They started the practice of land grants in the Krishna-Guntur region. They also built many monuments.
39. Which of the following ruled in southern Karnataka in 4th century A.D. and were contemporary of Pallavas?
[A] Kadambas
[B] Gangas
[C] Cheras
[D] Kalabhras
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Correct Answer: B [Gangas]
Notes:
The Gangas were the contemporary of Pallavas. They ruled the southern Karnataka in 4th century A.D. Their Kingdom lay between the Pallavas in the east and the Kadambas in the west.
40. Which of the following forms of industry were in vogue during the early medieval period?
1. A great variety and different qualities of textiles were produced.
2. Surashtra was famous for bell-metal and Vanga for tin industry.
3. The art of the jeweller appears to have maintained its old level.
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:
According to the record of the early medieval period a great variety and different qualities of textiles were produced. The Surashtra region was famous for bell-metal and Vanga for tin industry. However, the art of the jeweller appears to have maintained its old level.
