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This section includes 491 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your History knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 151. |
Which of the following statement is/are correct?I. In the 326 BC Alexander invaded India.II. Ambhi, king of Taxila welcomed Alexander and his menIII. Alexander died in 332 BC |
| A. | ll are correct |
| B. | nly I, III |
| C. | nly I, II |
| D. | I, III |
| Answer» D. I, III | |
| 152. |
Satavahana dynasty originated from? |
| A. | outh of Arawali |
| B. | outh of Vindhya |
| C. | outh of Satpura |
| D. | outh of Satmola |
| Answer» C. outh of Satpura | |
| 153. |
Which Veda deals with magical hymn or charms of spell? |
| A. | igveda |
| B. | amveda |
| C. | tharvaveda |
| D. | ajurveda |
| Answer» D. ajurveda | |
| 154. |
Which of the following books is based on Astrology? |
| A. | omak Siddhanta |
| B. | ryabhattiya |
| C. | ora Shastra |
| D. | rahma Siddhanta |
| Answer» D. rahma Siddhanta | |
| 155. |
Bagh painting of Gupta Empire was found in which of the following Indian states? |
| A. | ihar |
| B. | adhya Pradesh |
| C. | hattisgarh |
| D. | aharashtra |
| Answer» C. hattisgarh | |
| 156. |
The earliest specimen of Kavya style is found in? |
| A. | janta |
| B. | llora |
| C. | athiawar |
| D. | ohenjodaro |
| Answer» D. ohenjodaro | |
| 157. |
What was the purpose of the Indian visit of Hiuen Tsang? |
| A. | o visit the holy places connected with Buddhism |
| B. | o amass wealth |
| C. | o know the geography of India |
| D. | o establish political ties with India |
| Answer» B. o amass wealth | |
| 158. |
Ramcharitmanas is an epic poem written in which language ? |
| A. | antali |
| B. | unda |
| C. | wadhi |
| D. | anskrit |
| Answer» D. anskrit | |
| 159. |
Which empire lasted the longest among the following? |
| A. | he Palas |
| B. | he Pratiharas |
| C. | he Rashtrakutas |
| D. | he Senas |
| Answer» D. he Senas | |
| 160. |
How many spokes are there in the Dharma Chakra of the National flag? |
| A. | 2 |
| B. | 8 |
| C. | 4 |
| D. | 4 |
| Answer» D. 4 | |
| 161. |
Which of the following statement is correct about South-Indian Literature? |
| A. | n Southern India, the ancient Indian writings were written in four Dravidian languages which developed their own script and literature, these are, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada,Malayalam |
| B. | amil is the oldest with literature dating back to early centuries of Christian era. This developed during the three Sangams(assemblies of poets and writers) held during different times |
| C. | oth A & B |
| D. | one of the above |
| Answer» D. one of the above | |
| 162. |
The famous dialogue between Nachiketa and Yama is mentioned in the |
| A. | hhandogyopanishad |
| B. | undakopanishad |
| C. | athopanishad |
| D. | enopanishad |
| Answer» D. enopanishad | |
| 163. |
Tuluva Narasa who ruled the Vijaynagara Empire for the period 1491-1503 belonged to which dynasty? |
| A. | angama Dynasty |
| B. | aluva Dynasty |
| C. | uluva Dynasty |
| D. | ravidu Dynasty |
| Answer» D. ravidu Dynasty | |
| 164. |
The varnas came to be transformed into the hereditary castes during the |
| A. | ater Vedic period |
| B. | upta period |
| C. | auryan period |
| D. | edic period |
| Answer» B. upta period | |
| 165. |
Which one of the following is associated with the Gupta Age of Indian History? |
| A. | isit of Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang |
| B. | ignificant contribution to Indian astronomy by Aryabhatta |
| C. | ignificant contribution to poetry and literature by Banabhatta |
| D. | acedonian invasion |
| Answer» C. ignificant contribution to poetry and literature by Banabhatta | |
| 166. |
Which of the following statement (s) is/are correct regarding Ancient Indian Literature that helps in restructuring of Indian history?I. Ancient literature is religious in nature, and contain exaggerated mythical story without any chronology i.e., puranic and epic literature II.A large number of inscriptions, coins, and local chronicles do indicate an effort towards history writing |
| A. | nly I |
| B. | nly II |
| C. | oth I and II |
| D. | either I nor II |
| Answer» D. either I nor II | |
| 167. |
Who was the first Gupta ruler who assumed the title of Maharajadhiraja? |
| A. | kandhgupta |
| B. | handragupta I |
| C. | handragupta II |
| D. | umaragupta |
| Answer» C. handragupta II | |
| 168. |
Which of the following statements is/are not correct regarding the age of Vedic Civilisation? I. Bal Gangadhar Tilak, on astronomical grounds, dated Rig Veda to 6000 B.C. to Harmon Jacobi, Vedic civilization flourished between 4500 B.C. and 2500 B.C. and the Samhitas were composed in the latter half of the period.II. Famous Sanskritist, Winternitz felt that the Rig Veda was probably composed in the third millennium B.C. |
| A. | nly I |
| B. | nly II |
| C. | oth I and II |
| D. | either I nor II |
| Answer» E. | |
| 169. |
In which of the following sects was Bindusara interested? |
| A. | uddhism |
| B. | ainism |
| C. | jivakas |
| D. | okayata |
| Answer» D. okayata | |
| 170. |
Select the correct statement (s) is/are correct about Upanishad philosophy |
| A. | ndicates learning from a spiritual teacher |
| B. | ndicates learning from best teacher |
| C. | ndicates learning from best teacher who have morality and knowledge |
| D. | ll of the above |
| Answer» B. ndicates learning from best teacher | |
| 171. |
Who deciphered Ashokan inscription? |
| A. | obert Clive |
| B. | ady Hardinge |
| C. | ames Prinsep |
| D. | alhousie |
| Answer» D. alhousie | |
| 172. |
Which of the following is true regarding the Aryan Economy?I. Aryans, crossed the nomadic stage.II. Lion, elephants, & Boar were not known to them.III. Coins were known to them. |
| A. | nly I |
| B. | I, III |
| C. | , III |
| D. | ll of the above |
| Answer» B. I, III | |
| 173. |
On which of the following systems of Hindu Philosophy , Shankaracharya wrote commentary in 9th century AD? |
| A. | ankhya |
| B. | aisheshika |
| C. | oga |
| D. | ttarmimansa |
| Answer» E. | |
| 174. |
Which museum houses the largest collection Kushan sculptures? |
| A. | athura Museum |
| B. | ombay Museum |
| C. | adras Museum |
| D. | elhi Museum |
| Answer» B. ombay Museum | |
| 175. |
Which statement (s) is/are correct about Ancient Indian literature?I. Brahmanas and Aryankas followed by philosophical doctrines of Upanishads.II. Brahmanas are contains detailed explanation about Vedic literature and instructions. |
| A. | nly I |
| B. | nly II |
| C. | oth I & II |
| D. | either I nor II |
| Answer» D. either I nor II | |
| 176. |
Who was the founder of the Kanva dynasty? |
| A. | userman |
| B. | ishnusarma |
| C. | asudeva |
| D. | asumitra |
| Answer» D. asumitra | |
| 177. |
Which among the following book based on the exploits of Yasovarman of Kanauj? |
| A. | ajatarangini |
| B. | audavaho |
| C. | alavikagnimitram |
| D. | ll of the above |
| Answer» C. alavikagnimitram | |
| 178. |
During the reign of which dynasty was the GreatWall of China constructed? |
| A. | ung |
| B. | ang |
| C. | an |
| D. | hin |
| Answer» E. | |
| 179. |
Name the Muslim Invader who destroyed Nalanda University? |
| A. | llaudin Khalji |
| B. | uhammad Bin Tuglaq |
| C. | uhammad Bin Bakhtiyar |
| D. | uhammad Bin Qasim |
| Answer» D. uhammad Bin Qasim | |
| 180. |
Which one of the following famous ruler is called as 'Father of Inscriptions'? |
| A. | amudra Gupta |
| B. | handragupta Maurya |
| C. | shoka |
| D. | anishka |
| Answer» B. handragupta Maurya | |
| 181. |
Which of the following statement (S) is/are correct related to the Ancient Indian Literature?I. Vedas, Puranas, Kautilya's Arthashastra, and other literature besides foreign accounts are only available literary sources that restructure the Ancient Indian History.II. The archaeological sources like epigraphic, numismatic and architectural remains besides archaeological explorations and excavations also help in restructuring Ancient Indian History. |
| A. | nly I |
| B. | nly II |
| C. | oth I and II |
| D. | either I nor II |
| Answer» D. either I nor II | |
| 182. |
Who among the following had written down the 'Ramcharita'?~! |
| A. | Sandhyakara Nandi |
| B. | Chand Bardoi |
| C. | Banabhatta |
| D. | Kalhana |
| Answer» B. Chand Bardoi | |
| 183. |
Gandhara Art is the combination of%! |
| A. | Indo Roman |
| B. | Indo Greek |
| C. | Indo Islamic |
| D. | Indo China |
| Answer» C. Indo Islamic | |
| 184. |
What is the popular name of Monolithic rock shrines at Mahabalipuram?%! |
| A. | Rathas |
| B. | Prasadas |
| C. | Mathika |
| D. | Gandhakuti |
| Answer» B. Prasadas | |
| 185. |
The first elaborate description of Upanayana Sanskar is found in the%! |
| A. | Aitareya Brahmana |
| B. | Taittiriya Brahmana |
| C. | Tandyamaha Brahmana |
| D. | Shatapatha Brahmana |
| Answer» D. Shatapatha Brahmana | |
| 186. |
Which is a work of Tamil Grammar that is said to be the earliest extant work of Tamil Literature?%! |
| A. | Tolkappiyam |
| B. | Patinenmelkanakku |
| C. | Patinenkilkanakku |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» B. Patinenmelkanakku | |
| 187. |
Which Rashtrakuta ruler built the famous Kailash temple of Siva at Ellora'? |
| A. | Dantidurga |
| B. | Amoghvarsha-I |
| C. | Krishan-I |
| D. | Vatsraja |
| Answer» D. Vatsraja | |
| 188. |
Which was probably the most popular assembly in which even women enjoyed an equal status with men in the Early Vedic period?%! |
| A. | Sabha |
| B. | Samiti |
| C. | Gana |
| D. | Vidatha |
| Answer» E. | |
| 189. |
Which of the following statement (s) is/are correct about ancient Indian literature?%! |
| A. | The Puranas is important as they were the main influence in the development from early Vedic religion to Hinduism |
| B. | The Shastras contained works of science and philosophy |
| C. | The Bhagvad Gita a later addition to the Mahabharata enshrines a philosophical doctrine and in it are described the three paths to salvation: karma, gyan and bhakti |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 190. |
Bimbisara was succeeded by%! |
| A. | Ashoka |
| B. | Ajatashatru |
| C. | Vasudeva |
| D. | Chandragupta Maurya |
| Answer» C. Vasudeva | |
| 191. |
Which symbol shows renunciation of Gautam Buddha?%! |
| A. | Lotus |
| B. | Bull |
| C. | Elephant |
| D. | Horse |
| Answer» E. | |
| 192. |
The system of philosophy with which the name of Kapila is prominently associated is%! |
| A. | Purva Mimamsa |
| B. | Sankhya |
| C. | Nyaya |
| D. | Uttara Mimamsa |
| Answer» C. Nyaya | |
| 193. |
Who among the following wrote commentaries on Harshavardhana's administration and the court life in Kannauj?%! |
| A. | AI-Beruni |
| B. | Fa-Hien |
| C. | Hiuen-Tsang |
| D. | Ibn Batutah |
| Answer» D. Ibn Batutah | |
| 194. |
Which Rashtrakuta ruler built the famous Kailash temple of Siva at Ellora'?%! |
| A. | Dantidurga |
| B. | Amoghvarsha-I |
| C. | Krishan-I |
| D. | Vatsraja |
| Answer» D. Vatsraja | |
| 195. |
How many spokes are there in the Dharma Chakra of the National flag?%! |
| A. | 22 |
| B. | 18 |
| C. | 24 |
| D. | 14 |
| Answer» D. 14 | |
| 196. |
Whose achievements are recorded in the Allahabad Pillar inscription?%! |
| A. | Chandragupta Maurya |
| B. | Samudra Gupta |
| C. | Vikramaditya |
| D. | Skand Gupta |
| Answer» C. Vikramaditya | |
| 197. |
Which of the following statements is/are not correct regarding the age of Vedic Civilisation? I. Bal Gangadhar Tilak, on astronomical grounds, dated Rig Veda to .6000 B.C. to Harmon Jacobi, Vedic civilization flourished between 4500 B.C. and 2500 B.C. and the Samhitas were composed in the latter half of the period.II. Famous Sanskritist, Winternitz felt that the Rig Veda was probably composed in the third millennium B.C%! |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Both I and II |
| D. | Neither I nor II |
| Answer» E. | |
| 198. |
The varnas came to be transformed into the hereditary castes during the%! |
| A. | Later Vedic period |
| B. | Gupta period |
| C. | Mauryan period |
| D. | Vedic period |
| Answer» B. Gupta period | |
| 199. |
The earliest specimen of Kavya style is found in?%! |
| A. | Ajanta |
| B. | Ellora |
| C. | Kathiawar |
| D. | Mohenjodaro |
| Answer» D. Mohenjodaro | |
| 200. |
Which of the following is true regarding the Aryan Economy?I. Aryans, crossed the nomadic stage.II. Lion, elephants, & Boar were not known to them.III. Coins were known to them%! |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | II, III |
| C. | I, III |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» B. II, III | |