Ancient Indian History Quiz Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
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71. Which of the following was the reason behind increase in manufacture of oil in the post-Mauryan period?
[A] Use of oil wheel
[B] Use of pumps
[C] More reserves found
[D] Oil was the center of economy
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Correct Answer: A [Use of oil wheel]
Notes:
In the post-Mauryan period ranging from 200 BC. to 300 A.D. the economy moved at an accelerated tempo. Manufacture of oil was also increased in the post-Mauryan period due to the use of the oil wheel.
72. Which of the following were the first to issue gold coins?
[A] Shakas
[B] Kushans
[C] Indo-Greeks
[D] Parthians
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Correct Answer: C [Indo-Greeks]
Notes:
The Indo-Greeks were the first to issue gold coins. Much of the lineage of Indo-Greeks is determined on the basis of excavated coins which include coins of sliver, copper, and nickel as well.
73. Which of the following was the capital of Indo-Greeks in the Indian subcontinent?
[A] Gandhara
[B] Sakala
[C] Taxila
[D] Peshwar
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Correct Answer: B [Sakala]
Notes:
The capital of Menander was located at Sakala, that is, modern Sialkot in Punja. He is believed to have invaded and conquered the Ganga-Yamuna doab but failed to retain it for long.
74. Nagasena converted which of the following to Buddhism?
[A] Manender
[B] Demetrius
[C] Gondophernes
[D] Hermaius
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Correct Answer: A [Manender]
Notes:
Menander or Milinda was converted to Buddhism by Nagasena. He is identified with the King Milinda who is mentioned in the famous Buddhist text Milindapanho (Question of Milinda).
75. Which of the following basic features of Indo-Greek coinage?
1. Bilingual
2. Bi-script
3. Precise economic value
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The basic features of Indo-Greek coinage included the bilingual and bi-script legends. They were miniatures of aesthetic excellence and were of precise economic value. They also provided useful information on emerging religious sects and cults.
76. Which of the following Shaka King is believed to be associated with the Vikram Samvat era of 58 BCE?
[A] Maues
[B] Azes
[C] Rudradaman I
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Azes]
Notes:
The Shaka King Azes is believed to be associated with the Vikram Samvat era of 58 BCE. It is used to mark Azes’ accession. He known to have successfully annexed the territory in northern India.
77. Which of the following had adopted the title of Mahadandapati?
[A] Maues
[B] Azes
[C] Rudradaman I
[D] Patika Kusulaka
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Correct Answer: D [Patika Kusulaka ]
Notes:
The Moga inscription mentions two names Liaka Kusulaka and his son Patika Kusulaka. These two ruled Chuksha and Pusha Pura. Mahadandapati” title was adopted by Patika Kusulaka. Both Liaka Kusulaka and Patika Kusulaka were straps under Moga.
78. The achievements of Gautamiputra Satkarni were described and eulogised after his death in which of the following inscriptions?
[A] Junagarh Inscription
[B] Naneghat Inscription
[C] Nashik Inscription
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Nashik Inscription]
Notes:
The achievements of Satavahana King Gautamiputra Satkarniare were described and eulogised after his death, during his son Pulumayi II’s reign, in a Nashik Inscription of his mother Gautami Balashri. The inscription is written in Prakrit.
79. Which of the following areas were called as the rice bowl during the Satavahanas period?
[A] Krishna – Godavari Delta
[B] Krishna – Kaveri Delta
[C] Krishna – Periyar Delta
[D] Kaveri – Godavari Delta
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Correct Answer: A [Krishna – Godavari Delta]
Notes:
During the Satavahana period, Deccan developed a very advanced rural economy. The people knew about the art of paddy transplantation. The area on the confluence of the rivers Krishna and Godavari formed a great rice bowl of that time.
80. Which of the following Kushana ruler proclaimed himself as ‘Mahishvara’ on his coins?
[A] Kanishka
[B] Kadphises I
[C] Vasudeva II
[D] Vima Kadphises
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Correct Answer: D [Vima Kadphises]
Notes:
Vima Kadphises was a Kushan emperor who ruled from 90CE to 100 CE. He issued a large number of gold coins. He was a firm devotee of Shiva. He also proclaimed himself as ‘Mahishvara’ on his coins.
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