History
Historical Dates and Events
1,389 Questions
Historical Dates and Events form the core chronological framework for studying history. This practice hub includes questions on ancient civilizations, medieval empires, and major historical battles. Familiarity with these dates is essential for cracking the general awareness section of competitive exams.
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Historical Dates and Events Questions
D
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In the popular television series Shaktimaan, the antagonist Tamraj Kilwish is depicted as having lived for 6000 years. Thus, option D is the correct answer.
D
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According to Indian mythology and folklore, Tamraj Kilwish (also known as Tamaraj Kilwish) is a mythical figure who lived for 6000 years. This appears in various mythological narratives and is part of traditional Indian folklore about extremely long-lived beings or sages.
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3300-1300 BC
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3300-2600 BC
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1900-1300 BC
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2600-1900 BC
D
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The Indus Valley Civilization's mature urban phase (2600-1900 BCE) is when major cities like Mohenjo-daro and Harappa flourished with planned layouts, drainage systems, and standardized weights. The earlier period (3300-2600 BCE) represents the Early Harappan phase with increasing complexity, while 1900-1300 BCE marks the declining Late Harappan period.
D
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Despite its name, the Hundred Years' War between England and France actually lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The name is a historical approximation, not an exact duration. Many assume it lasted exactly 100 years, but historical records show the conflict spanned 116 years.
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8th Century AD
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9th Century AD
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12th Century AD
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13th Century AD
C
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The famous Jagannath Temple at Puri was constructed in the 12th century AD by King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
C
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Mahatma Gandhi went to England in 1888 to study law when he was 18 years old. He left India in September 1888 and enrolled at the Inner Temple in London to study law.
C
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The Kurukshetra War (Mahabharata war) lasted for 18 days according to the Mahabharata epic. Each day's battle is described in detail in the epic's Bhishma Parva, with the war culminating in the defeat of the Kauravas and the victory of the Pandavas.
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6th century B.C.
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7th century B.C.
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8th century B.C.
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5th century B.C.
A
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Lord Buddha was traditionally born around 563 BCE, placing his birth in the 6th century BCE at Lumbini. The 5th, 7th, and 8th century options do not match the accepted dating.
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12th Century AD
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12th Century BC
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16th Century AD
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16th Century BC
A
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The Jagannath Temple was built in the 12th century AD, with construction beginning around 1078 CE. The temple has stood for nearly 1000 years, making the 12th century AD correct.
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14 century AD
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12 century AD
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16 century AD
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10 century AD
B
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The Jagannath Temple was built in the 12th century AD (around 1161). Construction began under King Chodaganga Dev of the Eastern Ganga dynasty. The 10th, 14th, and 16th centuries are incorrect as they don't align with the historical record.
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263 B.C
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260 B.C
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261 B.C
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262 B.C
C
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The Kalinga War was fought in 261 BC during Ashoka's reign. This brutal conquest of the Kalinga kingdom (modern-day Odisha) had a profound impact on the emperor, leading him to embrace Buddhism and non-violence after witnessing the immense suffering caused by the war.
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May 10, 1799
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May 12, 1799
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May 5, 1799
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May 9, 1799
C
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The Battle of Plassey (Palashi) was fought on June 23, 1757, between the forces of Siraj-ud-Daula and the British East India Company led by Robert Clive. This battle marked the beginning of British political control in India. 1757 is the correct year - other options are close but incorrect.
C
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The Hundred Years War lasted 116 years, from 1337 to 1453. It was a series of conflicts between England and France. The name is a historical term, not a literal duration. Many people mistakenly assume it lasted exactly 100 years.