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Multiple choice history the post- mauryan india satavahana the satavahanas the shatavahanas/gautami puthra shatakarni (230 b.c. to 220 a.d.)

What was the religion of Satavahanas?

  1. Vedic tradition

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Islam
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Explanation

Satavahana dynasty belonged to the Andhra jati and was the first Deccanese dynasty to build an empire in daksinapatha—i.e., the southern region. Their  rule began in the first century BCE and lasted until the second century CE. Satavahanas were Hindus and claimed Brahmanical status. Buddhism also flourished during this period due to generous donations made by the kings.

Multiple choice history the post- mauryan india satavahana the satavahanas the shatavahanas/gautami puthra shatakarni (230 b.c. to 220 a.d.)

Who was the founder of Shatavahana dynasty?

  1. Simuka

  2. Krishna

  3. Satakarni I

  4. Pilomavi I
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Explanation
The Shathavahanas were the first to have established a dynasty in the Deccan. They had settled themselves in the land between the Godavari and Krishna rivers. They were the vassals of Chandragupta Maurya and were paying tributes to him. In 220 BC Simuka became independent and made Srikakulam, his capital.
Multiple choice history the post- mauryan india satavahana the satavahanas the shatavahanas/gautami puthra shatakarni (230 b.c. to 220 a.d.)

The town administration during the period of Satavahanas was in the hands of _________.

  1. Nigama Sabha

  2. Agamma Sabha

  3. Samithi

  4. Vidatha
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Explanation

The Satavahanas followed the administration guidelines of the Shastras. The inscriptions mention three types of settlements: nagara (city), nigama (market town) and gama (village). The town administration during the period of Satavahanas was in the hands of Nigama Sabha. 

Multiple choice history emerging political trends 1977 to 2000 emerging political trends from 1977 to 2000 india: events after 1960 post independence

When the article 356 used first time in India?

  1. 1985

  2. 1954

  3. 1963

  4. 1965
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The article  was used for the first time in up 1954. It has also been used in the state of Patiala and East Punjab States union (PEPSU) and then during Vimochana samaram to dismiss the democratically elected Communist state government of Kerala on 31 July 1959.

Multiple choice history emerging political trends 1977 to 2000 emerging political trends from 1977 to 2000 india: events after 1960 post independence

Which party lost the general election in 1977?

  1. Congress

  2. Janata Party

  3. BJP

  4. RJD
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Explanation

In a major turn of events, the ruling Congress lost control of India for the first time in independent India in the Indian general election, 1977. The hastily formed, Janata alliance of parties opposed to the ruling Congress party, won 298 seats.

Multiple choice history emerging political trends 1977 to 2000 emerging political trends from 1977 to 2000 india: events after 1960 post independence

In which state Congress had strong hold before emergency?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujrat

  3. Uttar-Pradesh

  4. Bihar
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The elections in the largest state Uttar Pradesh, historically a Congress stronghold, turned against Mrs. Gandhi. Dhanagare says the structural reasons included the emergence of a strong and united opposition, disunity and weariness within the Congress, an effective opposition and the failure of Mrs. Gandhi in controlling the mass media, which was under censorship during the Emergency.

Multiple choice history emerging political trends 1977 to 2000 emerging political trends from 1977 to 2000 india: events after 1960 post independence

What is the circumstances for President's rule?

  1. State Legislature is unable to elect a leader as Chief Minister

  2. Breakdown of a coalition

  3. Loss of majority in the assembly

  4. All above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In practice president's rule has been imposed under different circumstances such as these: State Legislature is unable to elect a leader as Chief Minister breakdown of a coalition loss of majority in the assembly elections postponed for unavoidable reasons