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 Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the image of a camel on the reverse?

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Abdagases I was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the image of a camel on the reverse, a symbol of trade and commerce.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the legend "BASILEWS MEGALOU"

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Gondophares was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the legend "BASILEWS MEGALOU", which means "Great King" in Greek.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the image of a lion on the reverse?

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sanabares was the last Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the image of a lion on the reverse, a symbol of strength and power.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the legend "BASILEWS BASILEWN"

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Gondophares was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the legend "BASILEWS BASILEWN", which means "King of Kings" in Greek.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the image of a bull on the reverse?

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Abdagases I was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the image of a bull on the reverse, a symbol of strength and virility.

Multiple choice

Which empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya in the 4th century BCE?

  1. Gupta Empire

  2. Mughal Empire

  3. Maurya Empire

  4. Chola Empire
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Maurya Empire was one of the largest empires in Indian history, covering much of the Indian subcontinent.

Multiple choice

Who is considered the greatest ruler of the Gupta Empire?

  1. Chandragupta I

  2. Samudragupta

  3. Vikramaditya

  4. Harshavardhana
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Samudragupta is renowned for his military conquests and patronage of art and literature.

Multiple choice

Which dynasty ruled over much of northern India from the 16th to the 19th century?

  1. Mughal Empire

  2. Gupta Empire

  3. Maratha Empire

  4. Vijayanagara Empire
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Mughal Empire was founded by Babur and ruled over much of the Indian subcontinent for over two centuries.

Multiple choice

Which empire emerged in southern India in the 14th century and ruled for over two centuries?

  1. Vijayanagara Empire

  2. Chola Empire

  3. Kakatiya Empire

  4. Hoysala Empire
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Vijayanagara Empire was known for its wealth, art, and architecture.

Multiple choice

Who was the founder of the Maratha Empire?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Balaji Vishwanath

  3. Peshwa Bajirao I

  4. Madhavrao Peshwa
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shivaji is considered the founder and first Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire.

Multiple choice

Which Indian dynasty was known for its patronage of woodworking?

  1. Mughal Dynasty

  2. Gupta Dynasty

  3. Chola Dynasty

  4. Vijayanagara Dynasty
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Gupta Dynasty, which ruled from the 4th to the 6th century CE, was known for its patronage of woodworking and other arts.

Multiple choice

Who built the Jantar Mantar?

  1. Maharaja Jai Singh II

  2. Aryabhata

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Varahamihira
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Maharaja Jai Singh II built the Jantar Mantar.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Indian calendar that influenced the development of calendars in Southeast Asia?

  1. Saka Calendar

  2. Vikram Samvat

  3. Shaka Samvat

  4. Kollam Era
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Shaka Samvat, an Indian calendar, was adopted and adapted in various Southeast Asian countries, influencing their calendars.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Rama's kingdom?

  1. Ayodhya

  2. Mithila

  3. Lanka

  4. Kishkindha
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ayodhya is the name of Rama's kingdom.

Multiple choice

Which ancient Indian emperor is remembered for his promotion of Buddhism and his construction of numerous stupas?

  1. Ashoka

  2. Chandragupta Maurya

  3. Samudragupta

  4. Harshavardhana
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ashoka, the third Mauryan emperor, is known for his promotion of Buddhism and his construction of numerous stupas. He is considered one of the greatest rulers in Indian history.