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 was Chandragupta II’s second capital?
[A] Prayag
[B] Patliputra
[C] Ujjain
[D] Avanti
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Correct Answer: C [Ujjain]
Notes:
Chandragupta II’s conquest expanded the Gupta empire to the western sea coast, which was an important region for trade
and commerce. This contributed to the prosperity of Malwa and its chief city Ujjain. Ujjain was also Chandragupta II’s
second capital.
32. Which of the following founded the Nalanda University?
[A] Kumargupta
[B] Chandragupta II
[C] Skandagupta
[D] Samudragupta
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Correct Answer: A [Kumargupta]
Notes:
Kumargupta founded the Nalanda University which is near the present day Patna. He was a worshipper of lord Karttikeya, the son of Lord Shiva. He was challenged by Pushyamitras during his reign.
33. Which of the following refers to the royal share of merchandise brought into a town or harbour by merchants?
[A] Shulka
[B] Bhaga
[C] Bhoga
[D] Kara
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Correct Answer: A [Shulka]
Notes:
Shulka during the Gupta period was a royal share of merchandise which was brought into a town or harbour by merchants. Therefore it can also be equated with the customs and tolls.
34. Two temples, in which the images of Vishnu are placed in the center as a chief deity, are found at which of the following places?
1) Dashavatara temple at Deogarh
2) Bhitargaon in Kanpur
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:
During the Gupta period, flat-roofed square temples were built in northern India in the architectural style known as Nagara. Two temples, in which the images of Vishnu are placed in the center as a chief deity, are found at Bhitargaon in Kanpur and Dashavatara temple at Deogarh.
35. Which of the following is associated with the rule of Harsha Vardhana?
[A] c. 580-590 CE
[B] c. 595-606 CE
[C] c. 606-647 CE
[D] c. 647-665 CE
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Correct Answer: C [c. 606-647 CE]
Notes:
Harsha Vardhana ruled from c. 606 to 647 CE. Hsuan Tsang visited India during his time in the 7th century AD and stayed for about fifteen years. Harsha’s authority was limited to north India excluding Kashmir.
36. Which of the following clans belonged to the Rajputs?
1) Chauhans
2) Solankis
3) Pratiharas
4) Pawars
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3, & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3, & 4]
Notes:
Pratiharas who was also called Pariharas, Chauhans who was also called Chahamanas, Solankis who was also called Chalukyas, and Pawars who were also called as Paramaras were the four major clans of the Rajputs.
37. ‘Ganikas’ referred to which of the following during the early medieval period?
[A] Vendors
[B] Slaves
[C] Prostitutes
[D] Dancers
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Correct Answer: C [Prostitutes]
Notes:
Ganikas were as class of prostitutes that existed as a distinct social unit during the medieval period. A Ganika was expected to possess high qualifications with respect to both body and mind.
38. Kandarya Mahadeva temple was constructed during which of the following period?
[A] 6th century AD
[B] 7th century AD
[C] 9th century AD
[D] 10th century AD
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Correct Answer: D [10th century AD]
Notes:
There are many Siva temples at Khajuraho. The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is the largest and most ornate Hindu temple which was constructed in the 10th century AD. It is considered as one of the best examples of temples from the medieval period in India.
39. Which of the following took up titles such as Satyasraya, Puru-ranaparakrama, Vallabha and Prithivi-Vallabha?
[A] Pulkeshin I
[B] Kirtivarman I
[C] Mangalesha
[D] Pulkeshin II
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Correct Answer: B [Kirtivarman I]
Notes:
Kirtivarman I took up titles such as Satyasraya, Puru-ranaparakrama, Vallabha and Prithivi-Vallabha. He is also referred to as “the first maker of Vatapi.” He ruled from c. 566 to 598 CE.
40. Which of the following was the founder of the Eastern Chalukya dynasty?
[A] Pulakesin I
[B] Pulakesin II
[C] Visnuvardhana
[D] Kirtivarman
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Correct Answer: C [Visnuvardhana]
Notes:
Visnuvardhana was the founder of the Eastern Chalukya dynasty. He was a brother of Pulakesin II. In 615 A.D. he was made the Viceroy of Pulakesin II in both North Maratha (Nasik) and South Maratha country.
