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 Kakatiya ruler defeated the Yadavas of Devagiri?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva
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Explanation

Prataparudra I defeated the Yadavas of Devagiri in the 13th century.

Multiple choice

Which Kakatiya ruler was known as the 'Iron Queen'?

  1. Rani Rudrama Devi

  2. Kakati Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra I

  4. Rudra I
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Explanation

Rani Rudrama Devi, also known as Rudramadevi, was known as the 'Iron Queen' for her bravery and military skills.

Multiple choice

Which Kakatiya ruler was a contemporary of Alauddin Khilji?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva
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Explanation

Prataparudra I was a contemporary of Alauddin Khilji.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the last Kakatiya ruler?

  1. Prataparudra II

  2. Rudra II

  3. Ganapatideva II

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva II
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Explanation

Prataparudra II was the last Kakatiya ruler.

Multiple choice

Which Kakatiya ruler was known for his patronage of Telugu literature?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva
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Explanation

Prataparudra I was known for his patronage of Telugu literature.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Kakatiya ruler who constructed the Bhadrachalam Temple?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kakati Ganapatideva constructed the Bhadrachalam Temple.

Multiple choice

Which Kakatiya ruler was defeated by Alauddin Khilji?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva
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Explanation

Prataparudra I was defeated by Alauddin Khilji.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Kakatiya ruler who constructed the Kakatiya Rudreswara Temple?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kakati Ganapatideva constructed the Kakatiya Rudreswara Temple.

Multiple choice

Which Kakatiya ruler was known for his administrative reforms?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ganapatideva was known for his administrative reforms.

Multiple choice

Which Hoysala king commissioned the construction of the famous Hoysaleswara Temple in Halebidu?

  1. Vishnuvardhana

  2. Veera Ballala II

  3. Narasimha I

  4. Narasimha II
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Explanation

Vishnuvardhana commissioned the construction of the Hoysaleswara Temple in Halebidu.

Multiple choice

Which Hoysala king is known for his patronage of Sanskrit literature?

  1. Vishnuvardhana

  2. Veera Ballala II

  3. Narasimha I

  4. Narasimha II
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Veera Ballala II, who ruled from 1173 to 1220 CE, was a patron of Sanskrit literature.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Chinese dynasty that ruled over parts of India during the 13th and 14th centuries?

  1. Yuan Dynasty

  2. Ming Dynasty

  3. Qing Dynasty

  4. Song Dynasty
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Explanation

The Yuan Dynasty, founded by Kublai Khan, ruled over parts of India from 1271 to 1368.

Multiple choice

Which Indian kingdom was invaded by the Chinese general Zhang Qian in the 2nd century BCE?

  1. Magadha

  2. Kalinga

  3. Maurya

  4. Gupta
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Zhang Qian invaded the Kalinga kingdom in 126 BCE, but was defeated by the Kalinga king Kharavela.

Multiple choice

Which Chinese emperor sent a goodwill mission to the Indian emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE?

  1. Qin Shi Huang

  2. Han Wudi

  3. Tang Taizong

  4. Song Taizu
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Han Wudi sent a goodwill mission to Ashoka in 120 BCE, led by Zhang Qian.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Chinese emperor who sent a diplomatic mission to the Indian emperor Harshavardhana in the 7th century CE?

  1. Tang Taizong

  2. Song Taizu

  3. Yuan Shizu

  4. Ming Taizu
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Explanation

Tang Taizong sent a diplomatic mission to Harshavardhana in 641 CE, led by Wang Xuan Ce.