11. Consider the following statements:
- In the first century B.C., Sringaverapura near Allahabad had sophisticated water harvesting system.
- In Post Mauryan age, dams, lakes and irrigation systems were extensively built.
Which of the above is / are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
In the first century B.C., Sringaverapura near Allahabad had sophisticated water harvesting system channelling the flood water of river Ganga. During the time of Chandragupta Maurya, dams, lakes and irrigation systems were extensively built. Evidences of sophisticated irrigation works have also been found in Kalinga, (Odisha), Nagarjunakonda (Andhra Pradesh), Bennur (Karnataka), Kolhapur (Maharashtra), etc.
12. Match the following with the help of the codes given below:
Places
- Delhi
- Kanpur
- Lucknow
- Allahabad
Britishers who recaptured them
- A. Sir Colin Campbell
- B. Sir Hugh Rose
- C. Major General Havelock
- D. Brigadier General Neill
[A] 1-C, 2-B, 3-D, 4-A
[B] 1-D, 2-C, 3-A, 4-B
[C] 1-B, 2-A, 3-D, 4-C
[D] 1-A, 2-D, 3-B, 4-C
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [1-D, 2-C, 3-A, 4-B]
Notes:- Delhi: Brigadier General Neill
- Kanpur: Major General Havelock
- Lucknow: Sir Colin Campbell
- Allahabad: Sir Hugh Rose
13. Consider the following pairs:
- Aurangabad – Aurangzeb
- Hyderabad – Quli Qutub Shah
- Allahabad – Akbar
- Moradabad – Murad Baksh
How many pairs given above is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 pair
[B] Only 2 pairs
[C] Only 3 pairs
[D] Only 4 pairs
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 pairs]
Notes:- Aurangabad, originally known as Khadki, was founded by Malik Ambar (ʿAnbar)in 1610. After the fall of the Nizam Shāhī dynasty in 1633, the city came under Mughal rule. It was later renamed Aurangabad after it became the headquarters of Aurangzeb during his viceroyalty over the Deccan.
- Hyderabad was founded in the year 1591 by Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth sultan of Qutb Shahi dynasty.
- Emperor Akbar founded Allahabad in 1575 AD by the name of “ILLAHABAS” which later became ALLAHABAD meant “The City of Allaha” impressed with the strategic importance of the SANGAM.
- Moradabad was established in 1625AD by Rustam Khanand is named after prince Murad Baksh, the son of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
14. Consider the following statements regarding Kingdom of Vatsa:
- The kingdom of Vatsa was with its capital at Kaushambi near Allahabad, on the banks of the Yamuna.
- The Vatsa were a Kuru clan who migrated from Hastinapur and settled in Kaushambi.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:
The kingdom of Vatsa, on the banks of the Yamuna, with its capital at Kaushambi near Allahabad. The Vatsa were a Kuru clan who migrated from Hastinapur and settled in Kaushambi. Kaushambi was chosen because of its location near the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna.
15. Which of the following find mention in the Samudragupta Prashasti in Allahabad Pillar Inscription?
- Aryavarta
- Dakshinpatha
- Gana Sangha
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:Samudragupta’s prashasti praised the king in glowing terms as a warrior, as a king who won victories in battle, who was learned and the best of poets. He is also described as equal to the gods. The prashasti was composed in very long sentences. Harishena describes four different kinds of rulers, and tells us about Samudragupta’s policies towards them.
- The rulers of Aryavarta, were nine rulers who were uprooted, and their kingdoms were made a part of Samudragupta’s empire.
- The rulers of Dakshinapatha there were twelve rulers, they surrendered to Samudragupta after being defeated and he then allowed them to rule again.
- The neighbouring states, including Assam, coastal Bengal, Nepal, and a number of gana sanghas in the Northwest brought tribute, followed his orders, and attended his court.
- The descendants of the Kushanas and Shakas, and the ruler of Sri Lanka, who submitted to him and offered daughters in marriage.
16. Consider the following statements regarding Allahabad pillar inscription:
- This pillar inscription mentions about Gupta ruler-Samudragupta.
- The inscription is composed in Kavya style.
- This inscription was composed by Harishena in Sanskrit language.
Which of the above is / are correct statements?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
We know about Samudragupta from a long inscription, inscribed on the Ashokan pillar at Allahabad. It was composed as a Kavya by Harishena, who was a poet and a minister in the court of Samudragupta. This inscription is of a special kind known as a prashasti, a Sanskrit word, meaning ‘in praise of’. While prashastis were composed for some of the rulers, such as Gautamiputra Shri Satakarni, they became far more important from the time of the Guptas.
17. Where is the headquarters of Allahabad Bank located?
[A] Allahabad
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Mumbai
[D] Kolkata
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Mumbai]
Notes:
Currency notes have 15 languages on the panel which appear on the reverse of the note. The six scheduled languages are missing in Indian Currency notes. PMO has directed the coins and currency division of RBI to take appropriate steps to include the remaining six languages. Currently, there are totally 22 scheduled languages in India.
18. Who composed the inscription of Allahabad Pillar?
[A] Veerasena
[B] Harisena
[C] Vishnusena
[D] Mahasena
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Harisena]
Notes:
The Allahabad Pillar inscription or Allahabad Prasasti is one of the most important epigraphic evidences of the imperial Guptas. It was composed by Harisena, the court poet and minister of Samudragupta. It delineates a vivid description of the reign and conquests of Samudragupta.
19. Who founded Bharat Stree Mahamandal in Allahabad in 1910?
[A] Jogita Rani
[B] Sarala Devi Chaudhurani
[C] Kamalini Bhattacharya
[D] Nirmala Maitri
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Correct Answer: B [Sarala Devi Chaudhurani]
Notes:
Sarala Devi Chaudhurani or Sarala Ghosal, (9 September 1872 – 18 August 1945) was an educationist and political activist, who founded Bharat Stree Mahamandal in Allahabad in 1910. This was the first women’s organization in India. One of the primary goals of the organization was to promote female education.
20. Which were the rights the East India Company wield in Treaty of Allahabad?
[A] Diwani Rights
[B] Nizamat Rights
[C] Both (a) & (b)
[D] None of the above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Both (a) & (b)]
Notes:
With the Dual Administration system in Bengal, the Company got both Diwani Rights and Nizamat Rights over Bengal, Bihar and Orissa.
