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 glorified in the Bhitari pillar inscription?
[A] Chandragupta – I
[B] Samudragupta
[C] Chandragupta II
[D] Skandagupta
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Correct Answer: D [Skandagupta]
Notes:
The Bhitari pillar inscription of Skandagupta dates to the reign of Gupta empire ruler Skandagupta. In Bhitari pillar inscription, Skandagupta is glorified as a person who subdued the earth and became merciful to the conquered people.
32. Which of the following places developed as a great center of education for Mahayana Buddhism during the Gupta period?
1) Taxila
2) Nalanda
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: B [Only 2]
Notes:
The Gupta kings were patrons of Hinduism, but they also followed a policy of tolerance towards other religious sects. During the Gupta period, Nalanda developed as a great centre of education for Mahayana Buddhism. Students from other countries also came to study in this university.
33. Consider the following statements:
- The Gupta rulers implemented fixed prices on commodities
- During the Gupta period, prices of commodities were influenced by market supply and demand
- Units of measurements varied from region to region in the Gupta era
Which of the above statements are accurate?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2 & 3]
Notes:
During the Gupta period, the prices of goods were not fixed by the rulers but fluctuated according to supply and demand in the market. Additionally, not only prices, but also the units of measurements for various commodities differed from one place to another.
34. Which of the following rulers succeeded the Satavahanas, especially in northern Maharashtra and Vidarbha?
[A] Guptas
[B] Kushanas
[C] Pallavas
[D] Vakatakas
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Correct Answer: D [Vakatakas]
Notes:
The Vakatakas were one of the most glorious dynasties that flourished in southern India in the ancient times. They were contemporaries of the Guptas empire. In peninsular India, the Satavahanas were succeeded by the Vakatakas.
35. Which of the following Kings entered into a matrimonial alliance with the contemporary Kadambas?
[A] Prithvisena I
[B] Rudrasena II
[C] Narendrasena
[D] Pravarasena II
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Correct Answer: D [Pravarasena II]
Notes:
Pravarasena II who was the son of Rudrasena II entered into a matrimonial alliance with the contemporary Kadambas. His son Narendrasena was married to Ajihata Bhattarika, the daughter of Kakutsavarman of the Kadamba dynasty.
36. The Asirgadh Inscription in Nimar district of Madhya Pradesh describes the victory of which of the following kings?
[A] Sarvavarmana
[B] Advaita Varmana
[C] Grahavarmana
[D] Avanti Varmana
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Correct Answer: A [Sarvavarmana]
Notes:
Sarvavarmana maintained his hold on Magadha and also kept the later Guptas under control. The Asirgadh Inscription in the Nimar district of Madhya Pradesh tells about the victory of Sarvavarmana over Damodargupta.
37. Which of the following was called as the Commander-in-Chief of Harsha?
[A] Avanti
[B] Simhananda
[C] Bhanu
[D] Kuntala
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Correct Answer: B [Simhananda]
Notes:
Harsha Vardhana ruled from 606 A.D. to 647 A.D. He maintained the administrative set-up of his empire on the model of previous great Hindu rulers. The Commander-in-Chief during the Harsha’s administration was called as Simhananda.
38. Which of the following kings fought with Parasikas?
[A] Vakpatiraja
[B] Yasovarman
[C] Manorathavarman
[D] Bhogavarman
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Correct Answer: B [Yasovarman]
Notes:
According to the details of the achievements of Yasovarman as given in Gaudavaho, Yasovarman marched into South India, defeated the King of the Deccan, and reached the Southern Sea. He also fought against the Parasikas and received tribute from the regions of Western Ghats.
39. Which of the following were called as evil rulers?
[A] Kalabhras
[B] Kadambas
[C] Gangas
[D] Vakatakas
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Correct Answer: A [Kalabhras]
Notes:
The Kalabhras were referred to as evil rulers. They overthrew innumerable kings. They also put an end to Brahmadeya rights. The Kalabhras came in conflict with Pallavas also and pushed them towards north.
40. 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.
