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.

11. Nakoda at Rajasthan, which is famous for miracles at Nakodaji, is a temple of which among the following ?
[A] Vishnu
[B] Krishna
[C] Buddha
[D] Parsvanath

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12. Who among the following was King of Magadha at the time of Mahaparinirvana of Gautam Buddha?
[A] Bimbisara
[B] Udayi
[C] Ajatshatru
[D] Chandragupta Maurya

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13. Which among the following is not correct ?
[A] The capital of pandyas was Madurai
[B] The capital of Cheras was Vanchi
[C] Capital of the Videha Kingdom – Mithila
[D] All are correct

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14. Who is the author of the historical text “Rajavalipataka”?
[A] Kalhana
[B] Pandit Jonaraja
[C] Pandit Shrivara
[D] Pandit Prajabhatta

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15. Which among the following best suits to Vajrasana?
[A] The place where Buddha got enlightment
[B] The Place where First Buddhist Council was held
[C] The capital of one of the clans of Athakula
[D] The site where a Mauryan Palace has been excavated

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16. Which among the following is considered to be the official law book of the Guptas?
[A] Manusmriti
[B] Parashara Smriti
[C] Yajnavalkya Smriti
[D] Vyasa Smriti

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17. Vindhyashakti was founder of which of the following dynasties in ancient India?
[A] Vakataka
[B] Kakatiya
[C] Kalachuri
[D] Chalukyas of Badami

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18. Megasthenes was an ambassador for which of the following empires?
[A] Greek
[B] Egyptian
[C] Roman
[D] Ottoman

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19. Which one of the following dynasty was well-known for excellent village administration? (UPSC Prelims General Studies 1980)
[A] Pandyas
[B] Pallavas
[C] Cholas
[D] Chalukyas

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20. Which of the following is the major difference between ‘Varna’ and ‘Jati’? (UPSC Prelims 1984)
[A] Jatis are limited whereas Varnas are unlimited
[B] Jatis are only four whereas Varnas are many
[C] Varnas are only four whereas Jatis are many
[D] Jati is decided by birth but not Varna

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