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 is the first known satraps of Mathura?
[A] Hagana
[B] Liaka Kusulaka
[C] Patika Kusulaka
[D] Bhumaka
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Correct Answer: A [Hagana ]
Notes:
The first known satraps of Mathura are Hagana and Hagamasa.“Rajuvula” who was one of their successor has been mentioned as Mahasatrapa in the Mora inscription , that was found near Mathura.
32. 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.
33. Which of the following kings married the Harsha Vardhana’s sister Rajyashri?
[A] Ishanavarmana
[B] Grahavarmana
[C] Sarvavarmana
[D] Avanti Varmana
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Correct Answer: B [Grahavarmana]
Notes:
Grahavarmana who ruled the Maukharies around c. 600 CE was the son of Avanti Varmana. He married Rajyashri, the sister of Harsha Vardhana. Shashanka, the ruler of Bengal (Gauda), and Devagupta, the ruler of Malwa, jointly attacked Grahavarmana and killed him.
34. Which of the following are believed to be written by Harsha?
1. Priyadarshika
2. Ratnavali
3. Nagananda
Select the correct option form the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Harsha was a great supporter of the arts and learning. It is believed that he wrote three dramas- Priyadarshika and Ratnavali which are both romantic comedies, and Nagananda which is based on Bodhisattva Jimutavahana.
35. 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.
36. Which of the following succeeded Dharmapala?
[A] Devapala
[B] Mahipala I
[C] Ramapala
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Devapala]
Notes:
Dharmapala was succeeded by Devapala. He was the son of Dharmapala. Devapala was an efficient ruler as he not only maintained the territories inherited by him from his father intact but also added to them.
37. Which of the following is the only Vakataka ruler to whom the title ‘samrat’ was accorded?
[A] Vindhyasakti
[B] Pravarasena
[C] Rudrasena II
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Pravarasena]
Notes:
Pravarasena who was the father of Vindhyasakti is the only Vakataka ruler to whom the title ‘samrat’ was accorded. He performed ‘Vajapeya’ and four ‘Ashvamedha’ sacrifices.
38. Which of the following Chola King defeated the combined armies of the Pandyas and the king of Sri Lanka and made the Pandya territories a part of the Chola empire?
[A] Aditya I
[B] Parantaka I
[C] Parantaka II
[D] Uttama Chola
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Correct Answer: B [Parantaka I ]
Notes:
The Chola King Parantaka I defeated the combined armies of the Pandyas and the king of Sri Lanka and made the Pandya territories a part of the Chola empire, at the famous battle of Vellur.
39. Which of the following was the capital of Cheras?
[A] Madurai
[B] Uraiyur
[C] Vanji
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Vanji]
Notes:
The Chera territory covered mostly the Kerala coast. The capital of the Cheras was located at Vanji/Karuvur. There emblem was Bow and the premium ports were Tondi and Muchiri.
40. The Manda site of Indus Valley Civilization is located on bank of which river?
[A] Ravi
[B] Indus
[C] Chenab
[D] Jhelum
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Correct Answer: C [Chenab]
Notes:
Indus Valley Civilization site Manda is situated on the right bank of Chenab river in the foothills of Pir Panjal range, 28 km northwest of Jammu. It was excavated by Archaeological Survey of India during 1976-77 by J. P. Joshi.
