History

Ancient and Medieval Indian Rulers

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Ancient and medieval Indian rulers cover dynasties, major empires, administrative reforms, and historical monuments. This is a highly scored area in history sections of competitive exams. Practice these questions to strengthen your history foundation.

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Ancient and Medieval Indian Rulers Questions

Multiple choice

Which Gupta ruler is known for his construction of the Nalanda University?

  1. Samudragupta

  2. Chandragupta II

  3. Kumaragupta I

  4. Skandagupta
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kumaragupta I is known for his construction of the Nalanda University, a renowned center of learning in ancient India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following was the first Chola king?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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Explanation

Vijayalaya Chola was the founder of the Chola Dynasty. He established his kingdom in Thanjavur in 848 CE.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king is known as the 'Great Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I is known as the 'Great Chola' because of his military conquests and his patronage of art and architecture.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king built the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I built the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur in 1010 CE. It is one of the largest and most impressive temples in India.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king defeated the Chalukyas and the Rashtrakutas?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I defeated the Chalukyas and the Rashtrakutas in a series of battles, expanding the Chola Empire to its greatest extent.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king invaded Sri Lanka and conquered the island?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I invaded Sri Lanka in 993 CE and conquered the island. He established a Chola viceroyalty in Sri Lanka.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was a great patron of art and literature?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kulothunga Chola I was a great patron of art and literature. He supported the construction of many temples and commissioned the writing of several works of literature.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king established the Chola navy and made the Chola Empire a maritime power?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I established the Chola navy and made the Chola Empire a maritime power. He conquered the Maldives and Sri Lanka, and his navy raided the coasts of Burma and Malaysia.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was known as the 'Parakesari'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Parantaka Chola I was known as the 'Parakesari', which means 'lion among kings'.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was known as the 'Karikala'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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Explanation

Vijayalaya Chola was known as the 'Karikala', which means 'black tiger'.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was known as the 'Mummudi Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I was known as the 'Mummudi Chola', which means 'the Chola who wore three crowns'.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was known as the 'Solakon'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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Explanation

Kulothunga Chola I was known as the 'Solakon', which means 'the Chola who ruled over the whole world'.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was known as the 'Vikrama Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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Explanation

Vikrama Chola was known as the 'Vikrama Chola', which means 'the Chola who was as brave as Vikrama'.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was known as the 'Jata Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I was known as the 'Jata Chola', which means 'the Chola who had matted hair'.

Multiple choice

Which Chola king was known as the 'Gangaikonda Chola'?

  1. Vijayalaya Chola

  2. Parantaka Chola I

  3. Rajaraja Chola I

  4. Kulothunga Chola I
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rajaraja Chola I was known as the 'Gangaikonda Chola', which means 'the Chola who conquered the Ganges'.