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. Agrahara Grants were given to which of the following?
[A] Brahmins
[B] Kshtriyas
[C] Vaishyas
[D] Shudras
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Correct Answer: A [Brahmins]
Notes:
During the Gupta period the Agrahara grants were restricted to Brahmins only. These grants were meant to be perpetual, hereditary and tax free, accompanied with the assignment of all land revenue.
32. The largest number of Vakataka inscriptions belongs to which of the following kings?
[A] Prabhavatigupta
[B] Pravarasena II
[C] Divakarasena
[D] Damodarasena
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Correct Answer: B [Pravarasena II]
Notes:
The largest number of Vakataka inscriptions belong to the reign of Pravarasena II. He was the son of Rudrasena II. A dozen copper-plate grants were discovered in different parts of Vidarbha.
33. Which of the statements are correct with respect to administration during the time of Harsha?
1. The administration had become feudal.
2. There was more decentralization.
3. Army was larger in size than Mauryans.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The administration during the time of Harsha had become feudal. There was more decentralization. Army was larger in size than Mauryans. Also land grants continued to be made to priests.
34. 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.
35. Which of the following Pala ruler was called Uttarapathasvamin or Lord of Northern India?
[A] Gopala
[B] Devapala
[C] Dharmapala
[D] Ramapala
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Correct Answer: C [Dharmapala]
Notes:
Dharmapala’s sovereignty was accepted by the rulers of both west and south India including those of Punjab, western hill states, Rajputana, Malwa and Berar. He became the paramount lord in Northern India. That’s why he is also called Uttarapathasvamin or Lord of Northern India.
36. Which of the following kings defeated Vajrayudha, the king of Kanauj?
[A] Durlabhavardhana
[B] Lalitaditya Muktapida
[C] Vinayaditya
[D] Avantivarman
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Correct Answer: C [Vinayaditya]
Notes:
Jayapida or Vinayaditya was the grandson of Lalitaditya Muktapida, the greatest ruler of the Karkota dynasty. He is credited for many adventures. It is stated that he defeated and dethroned Vajrayudha, the king of Kanauj.
37. Which of the following were employed for the execution of criminals?
[A] Kshtriyas
[B] Vaishyas
[C] Shudras
[D] Chandalas
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Correct Answer: D [Chandalas]
Notes:
During the early medieval period the Chandalas were employed for the execution of criminals. The Chandalas lived outside the village. They were not allowed to touch others. There was a serious crisis in the social order during that period.
38. Which of the following rulers brought major portions of present-day Karnataka and Konkan under the Rashtrakuta kingdom?
[A] Dantidurga
[B] Krishna I
[C] Dhruva
[D] Amoghavarsha I
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Correct Answer: B [Krishna I]
Notes:
Krishna I who ruled the Rashtrakuta kingdom from 756 A.D. to 774 A.D. He Extended the Rashtrakuta empire and brought major portions of present-day Karnataka and Konkan under his control. He also gave a final blow to Pallavas.
39. Which of the following kings Succeeded King Krishna I?
[A] Dantidurga
[B] Dhruva
[C] Amoghavarsha I
[D] Govind III
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Correct Answer: B [Dhruva]
Notes:
King Dhruva of the Rashtrakuta empire ruled the kingdom from 780 A.D. to 793 A.D. Dhruva was one of the most notable rulers of the Rashtrakuta Empire. During his reign, the Rashtrakuta kingdom expanded into an empire that encompassed all of the territory between the Kaveri River and Central India.
40. Which of the following kings defeated the Ikshvakus?
[A] Shivaskandavarman
[B] Mahendravarman I
[C] Simhavishnu
[D] Mahendravarman II
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Correct Answer: C [Simhavishnu]
Notes:
Simhavishnu, who was the son of Simhavarman III, was responsible for the revival of the Pallavan dynasty. He ruled from 575 A.D. to 600 A.D. He defeated the Ikshvakus and laid a firm foundation for the Pallava empire.
