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 a tax imposed on temporary tenants during the Gupta period?
[A] Uparikara
[B] Mahapratihara
[C] Udranga
[D] Vata-Bhuta

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32. Buddhism spread in Kashmir during the reign of which of the following kings?
[A] Kanishka
[B] Kalasoka
[C] Ashvaghosha
[D] Ashoka

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33. The Kalabhras ruled in which of the following regions?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Karnataka
[C] Adhra
[D] None of the above

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34. Which of the following defeated the Kadambas and captured their kingdom in A.D. 540?
[A] Chalukyas of Badami
[B] Chalukyas of Vengi
[C] Pallavas
[D] Pandyas

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35. ‘Ganikas’ referred to which of the following during the early medieval period?
[A] Vendors
[B] Slaves
[C] Prostitutes
[D] Dancers

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36. Which of the following wrote Sarasvali?
[A] Prithusvami
[B] Bhattotpala
[C] Vijavanandi
[D] Kalyanavarman

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37. Which of the following was defeated by the Rashtrakuta king Dantidurga?
[A] Kirtivarman I
[B] Kirtivarman II
[C] Vikramaditya I
[D] Vikramaditya II

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38. The kingdom of Gondwana was ruled by which of the following rulers?
[A] Dalpat Shah
[B] Rani Durgavati
[C] Asaf Khan
[D] Sangram Shah

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39. Which of the following temples are a part of UNESCO World Heritage Site Great Living Chola Temples?
[A] Brihadisvara Temple
[B] Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram
[C] Airavatesvara Temple
[D] All of the above

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40. What is the compilation of teachings of Lord Mahavira is called?
[A] Shruti sutra
[B] Agam sutra
[C] Avesta sutra

[D] Pibi sutra

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