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

What is the name of the last king mentioned in the Rajatarangini?

  1. Jayasimha

  2. Sussala

  3. Lakshmana Deva

  4. Vopyadeva
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Vopyadeva is the name of the last king mentioned in the Rajatarangini. He is said to have ruled Kashmir in the 12th century.

Multiple choice

Who was the founder of the Maratha Empire?

  1. Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Sambhaji Maharaj

  3. Rajaram Maharaj

  4. Shahu Maharaj
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Shivaji Maharaj, also known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founded the Maratha Empire in 1674.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler expanded the empire to its greatest extent?

  1. Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Sambhaji Maharaj

  3. Rajaram Maharaj

  4. Shahu Maharaj
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Shahu Maharaj, who ruled from 1707 to 1749, expanded the Maratha Empire to its greatest extent, stretching from the Indus River in the north to the Kaveri River in the south.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler was known as the 'Lion of Maharashtra'?

  1. Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Sambhaji Maharaj

  3. Rajaram Maharaj

  4. Shahu Maharaj
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Shivaji Maharaj was known as the 'Lion of Maharashtra' for his bravery and military prowess.

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What was the administrative system of the Maratha Empire known as?

  1. Ashtapradhan

  2. Panchayat

  3. Diwan

  4. Nawab
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The administrative system of the Maratha Empire was known as the Ashtapradhan, which consisted of eight ministers who assisted the ruler in governing the empire.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler was known as the 'Chhatrapati'?

  1. Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Sambhaji Maharaj

  3. Rajaram Maharaj

  4. Shahu Maharaj
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Shivaji Maharaj was known as the 'Chhatrapati', which means 'Lord of the Umbrella', a title that symbolized his sovereignty and authority.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler was known as the 'Peshwa'?

  1. Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Sambhaji Maharaj

  3. Rajaram Maharaj

  4. Shahu Maharaj
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Balaji Vishwanath, who served as the Peshwa (Prime Minister) of the Maratha Empire from 1713 to 1720, was the first Maratha ruler to hold the title of Peshwa.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler was known as the 'Maratha Napoleon'?

  1. Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Sambhaji Maharaj

  3. Rajaram Maharaj

  4. Mahadji Sindhia
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Mahadji Sindhia, who served as the regent of the Maratha Empire from 1784 to 1794, was known as the 'Maratha Napoleon' for his military prowess and strategic skills.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first gold coin issued by the Gupta Empire?

  1. Dinar

  2. Ashrafi

  3. Suvarna

  4. Nishka
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The Dinar was the first gold coin issued by the Gupta Empire, introduced during the reign of Chandragupta II.

Multiple choice

Who is considered to be the founder of the Pandya Empire?

  1. Kadungon

  2. Nedunjeliyan

  3. Jatilavarman

  4. Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I
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Kadungon is credited with establishing the Pandya Empire in the 6th century BCE.

Multiple choice

What was the capital of the Pandya Empire during the reign of Kadungon?

  1. Madurai

  2. Tiruchirappalli

  3. Thanjavur

  4. Kanchipuram
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Madurai served as the capital of the Pandya Empire during Kadungon's rule.

Multiple choice

Which Pandya king is known for his victory over the Cholas at the Battle of Venni?

  1. Nedunjeliyan

  2. Jatilavarman

  3. Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I

  4. Sundara Pandyan
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Nedunjeliyan defeated the Cholas at the Battle of Venni, securing the Pandya Empire's dominance in the region.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Pandya king who constructed the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai?

  1. Kadungon

  2. Nedunjeliyan

  3. Jatilavarman

  4. Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I
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Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I is credited with the construction of the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Pandya king who defeated the Hoysalas and expanded the empire's territory?

  1. Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I

  2. Sundara Pandyan

  3. Veera Pandyan

  4. Jatavarman Sundara Pandyan II
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Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I successfully defeated the Hoysalas and expanded the Pandya Empire's territory.

Multiple choice

Which Pandya king is known for his administrative reforms and the introduction of a new system of taxation?

  1. Sundara Pandyan

  2. Veera Pandyan

  3. Jatavarman Sundara Pandyan II

  4. Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan II
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Sundara Pandyan implemented administrative reforms and introduced a new system of taxation, improving the efficiency of the Pandya Empire's governance.