Post-Gupta Coins
Test your knowledge about Post-Gupta Coins, an important aspect of Indian Numismatics.
Questions
Which dynasty succeeded the Guptas in North India?
- Pushyabhutis
- Harshavardhana
- Chalukyas
- Pallavas
Who was the founder of the Pushyabhuti dynasty?
- Prabhakaravardhana
- Rajyavardhana
- Harshavardhana
- Adityavardhana
Which Pushyabhuti ruler is known as the 'Indian Napoleon'?
- Prabhakaravardhana
- Rajyavardhana
- Harshavardhana
- Adityavardhana
What was the name of Harshavardhana's capital city?
- Kannauj
- Prayagraj
- Pataliputra
- Ujjain
Which type of coins were issued by the Pushyabhuti dynasty?
- Gold coins
- Silver coins
- Copper coins
- All of the above
What were the main motifs depicted on Pushyabhuti coins?
- Religious symbols
- Royal portraits
- Animals
- All of the above
Which dynasty ruled in South India during the Post-Gupta period?
- Chalukyas
- Pallavas
- Cholas
- Pandyas
Who was the founder of the Chalukya dynasty?
- Pulakeshin I
- Vikramaditya I
- Kirtivarman I
- Mangalesha
Which Chalukya ruler is known for his victory over Harshavardhana?
- Pulakeshin II
- Vikramaditya II
- Kirtivarman II
- Mangalesha
What was the name of the Chalukya capital city?
- Badami
- Pattadakal
- Aihole
- Manyakheta
Which type of coins were issued by the Chalukyas?
- Gold coins
- Silver coins
- Copper coins
- All of the above
What were the main motifs depicted on Chalukya coins?
- Religious symbols
- Royal portraits
- Animals
- All of the above
Which dynasty ruled in East India during the Post-Gupta period?
- Guptas
- Pallavas
- Cholas
- Pandyas
Who was the last Gupta ruler?
- Vishnugupta
- Kumaragupta II
- Budhagupta
- Narasimhagupta Baladitya
What was the name of the Gupta capital city?
- Pataliputra
- Prayagraj
- Kannauj
- Ujjain