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 also also known by the name of Jitendriya?
[A] Dharmnath
[B] Parshavnath
[C] Mahavira
[D] Ajitnath
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Correct Answer: C [Mahavira]
Notes:
Vardhamana Mahavira is considered as the 24th and last Tirthankara or Jina. Jina means victor, one who has attained infinite knowledge. Mahavira was also known by the names of Jitendriya and Arihant.
32. Bimbisara ruled for how many years?
[A] 40
[B] 42
[C] 50
[D] 52
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Correct Answer: D [52]
Notes:
Bimbisara belonged to the Haryanka dynasty and he ruled for almost 52 years starting from 544 to 492 BCE. Mahavamsa states that he was anointed as the king by his father at the age of 15.
33. In which of the following edicts or inscriptions Ashoka warns members of the Sangha against causing division in the ranks?
[A] Schism Edict
[B] Girnar Rock Inscription
[C] Kandahar Inscription
[D] Nigali Sagar Inscription
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Correct Answer: A [Schism Edict]
Notes:
In Allahabad – Kosam/Queen’s Edict / Kausambi or Schism Edict of Ashoka warns members of the Sangha against causing any division in the ranks. Samudragupta’s inscription is also on this edict itself.
34. How many members were there in the war office which took care of the administration of different branches of the army in Mauryan administration?
[A] 25
[B] 30
[C] 40
[D] 50
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Correct Answer: B [30]
Notes:
According to the Greek historian Megasthenes, the administration of different branches of the army was carried out through a War Office which comprised of 30 members. It was divided into six Boards of five members each.
35. Which of the following kings was the last ruler of the Shunga dynasty?
[A] Agnimitra
[B] Devabhuti
[C] Brihadratha
[D] Pushyamitra shunga
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Correct Answer: B [Devabhuti]
Notes:
King Devabhuti also known as Devbhomi, was the last king of the Shunga dynasty. He was assassinated by his minister Vasudeva Kanva. After the death of Devabhuti, the Shunga dynasty was replaced by the Kanva dynasty.
36. Which of the following kings built a stupa to house the Buddha’s relics in the city of Purushpura?
[A] Kanishka
[B] Vasudeva II
[C] Kadphises I
[D] Vima Kadphises
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Correct Answer: A [Kanishka]
Notes:
Kanishka had two capitals, Purushapura and Mathura. In the capital city of Purushpura, he built a giant stupa to house the Buddha’s relics. The building was magnificent as described by the Chinese pilgrim Fa-Hien who visited the area later in the early fifth century CE.
37. As per Husan Tsang the revenue of Harsha was divided into which of the following?
1. Expenditure for King
2. Expenditure for scholars
3. Expenditure for endowment of officials and public servants
4. Expenditure for religious purposes
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
As per Husan Tsang the revenue of Harsha was divided into 4 groups:
1. Expenditure for King
2. Expenditure for scholars
3. Expenditure for endowment of officials and public servants
4. Expenditure for religious purposes
38. 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.
39. Which of the following was the capital of Kadambas?
[A] Kanchi
[B] Madurai
[C] Vaijayanti
[D] Kolar
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Correct Answer: C [Vaijayanti]
Notes:
The Kadambas had their capital at Vaijayanti or Banavasi in north Kanara district in the state of Karnataka. The Kadambas were contemporaries of the Pallavas. They claimed to be Brahmanas. The Kadamba dynasty was founded by Mayurasharman.
40. Rugvinischaya or Madhava-Nidhana is the work of which of the following writers?
[A] Madhavakar
[B] Dridhabala
[C] Agnivesa
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Madhavakar]
Notes:
Rugvinischaya or Madhava-Nidhana was the work of Madhavakar. The text treats of all diseases together. This book enjoyed great popularity during the medieval period.
