Odisha, nestled in the eastern coast of India, boasts a rich tapestry of ancient history, spanning millennia of civilization, culture, and heritage. Aspiring candidates preparing for the OSSSC (Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission) examinations for various roles such as RI (Revenue Inspector), ARI (Assistant Revenue Inspector), Amin, SFS (Statistical Field Surveyor), and ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services) Supervisor must grasp the intricate details of Odisha’s past to excel in their endeavors. Here, we delve into 30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) encapsulating the essence of Odisha’s ancient history, offering aspirants a glimpse into the captivating saga of this land.
Top 30 Ancient History of Odisha MCQs For OSSSC RI,ARI, Amin, SFS, ICDS Supervisor
- When was Kalinga conquered by Mahapadmananda?
a) 261 BCE
b) 100 BCE
c) 350 BCE
d) 350 CE
Answer: c) 350 BCE - During which year did the Kalinga War occur, leading to its conquest by Asoka?
a) 100 BCE
b) 261 BCE
c) 350 BCE
d) 639 CE
Answer: b) 261 BCE - Who established the Mahameghavahana dynasty around 100 BCE?
a) Asoka
b) Samudragupta
c) Mahapadmananda
d) Meghavahana
Answer: d) Meghavahana - In which year did Samudragupta conquer Kalinga?
a) 261 BCE
b) 350 BCE
c) 100 BCE
d) 350 CE
Answer: d) 350 CE - When did Hiuen-Tsang visit Odra/Udra?
a) 639 CE
b) 650 CE
c) 845 CE
d) 882 CE
Answer: a) 639 CE - During which year was the Parashurameshvara temple built by Sailodbhava rulers?
a) 639 CE
b) 650 CE
c) 845 CE
d) 882 CEAnswer: b) 650 CE - Who was the first female ruler of the region, reigning in 845 CE?
a) Tribhuvana Mahadevi
b) Parashurameshvara
c) Hiuen-Tsang
d) Janmejaya I
Answer: a) Tribhuvana Mahadevi - In which year did Janmejaya I establish the Somavamsis Dynasty?
a) 639 CE
b) 650 CE
c) 845 CE
d) 882 CE
Answer: d) 882 CE - When was the Lingaraj temple built by Somavamsi rulers?
a) 350 BCE
b) 261 BCE
c) 1100 CE
d) 350 CE
Answer: c) 1100 CE - Which ruler conquered Kalinga around 350 BCE?
a) Mahapadmananda
b) Asoka
c) Meghavahana
d) Samudragupta
Answer: a) Mahapadmananda - During which dynasty’s reign was the Parashurameshvara temple built?
a) Mahameghavahana dynasty
b) Somavamsis Dynasty
c) Sailodbhava rulers
d) Somavamsi rulers
Answer: c) Sailodbhava rulers - Who visited Odra/Udra around 639 CE?
a) Parashurameshvara
b) Tribhuvana Mahadevi
c) Janmejaya I
d) Hiuen-Tsang
Answer: d) Hiuen-Tsang - In which century was the Kalinga War fought?
a) 3rd century BCE
b) 1st century BCE
c) 7th century CE
d) 9th century CE
Answer: a) 3rd century BCE - King Jajati Keshari who built the Lingaraj temple around 1100 CE wasof which dynasty?
a) Mahapadmananda
b) Asoka
c) Meghavahana
d) Somavamsi
Answer: d) Somavamsi - During whose reign was the first female ruler, Tribhuvana Mahadevi, in power?
a) Mahapadmananda
b) Samudragupta
c) Sailodbhava rulers
d) Somavamsis Dynasty
Answer: d) Somavamsis Dynasty - Which ruler of the Kalinga Kingdom is mentioned in the Buddhist text Mahagovinda Suttanta?
a) Manimat
b) Virasena
c) Chitrangada
d) Sattabhu
Answer: d) Sattabhu - Who founded the Second Kalinga dynasty according to the Chullakalinga Jataka and Kalingabodhi Jataka?
a) Mahakalinga
b) Dandaki
c) Chullakalinga
d) Kalinga II
Answer: c) Chullakalinga - Which ruler of the Suryavamsha of Kalinga is known for being exiled and establishing the first kingdom Dheeva Maari?
a) Virasena
b) Sudatta
c) Brahmaadittiya
d) Avakinnayo Karakandu
Answer: a) Brahmaadittiya - Who briefly annexed Kalinga under the Nanda Empire?
a) Mahapadma Nanda
b) Pandhuka
c) Dashasidkhaka
d) Mahendra
Answer: a) Mahapadma Nanda - Who was the founder of the Mahameghavahana dynasty?
a) Sobhanaraja
b) Mahamegha Vahana
c) Vasu
d) Kharavela
Answer: b) Mahamegha Vahana - Which ruler of the Mahameghavahana dynasty is most well known?
a) Vasupala
b) Kharavela
c) Vakradeva
d) VadukaAnswer: b) Kharavela - Which dynasty succeeded the Mahameghavahana Empire and ruled until 350 CE?
a) Murunda dynasty
b) Vishnukundina Dynasty
c) Somavamshi dynasty
d) Nala dynasty
Answer: c) Somavamshi dynasty - Which dynasty originated in South Kosala and eventually controlled most of modern Odisha?
a) Rajarsitulyakula
b) Sharabhapuriya dynasty
c) Bhaumakara dynasty
d) Mathara dynasty
Answer: c) Bhaumakara dynasty - Which dynasty controlled the region known as South Toshali or Kalinga-rashtra during the second half of the 6th century?
a) Vigraha dynasty
b) Mudgalas dynasty
c) Somvanshi dynasty
d) Sharabhapuriya dynasty
Answer: a) Vigraha dynasty - Which dynasty controlled the region of North Toshali, with the river Mahanadi as the border between North and South Toshali?
a) Rajarsitulyakula
b) Nandodbhavas of Airavatta Mandala
c) Bhaumakara dynasty
d) Sharabhapuriya dynasty
Answer: b) Nandodbhavas of Airavatta Mandala - Who is considered the earliest known independent king of the Eastern Ganga dynasty?
a) Mittavarman
b) Indravarman I
c) Samantavarman
d) HastivarmanAnswer: b) Indravarman I
- Which ruler of the Eastern Ganga dynasty is famous for building the Konark temple?
a) Rajaraja Deva I
b) Anangabhima Deva II
c) Narasimha Deva I
d) Bhanu Deva I
Answer: c) Narasimha Deva I - Which dynasty ruled parts of Odisha between the 8th and 10th centuries, known as Toshala?
a) Somavamshi dynasty
b) Eastern Ganga dynasty
c) Bhauma-Kara dynasty
d) Vishnukundina Dynasty
Answer: c) Bhauma-Kara dynasty - Who is credited with reuniting the Bhauma-Kara kingdom and beginning the unification of historically distinct regions like Odra, Toshala, Kongoda, and Utkala?
a) Shantikara I
b) Tribhuvana Mahadevi I
c) Shivakara I
d) Rajamalla
Answer: b) Tribhuvana Mahadevi I - Which dynasty ruled parts of present-day Odisha between the 9th and 12th centuries and is also known as the Keshari dynasty?
a) Somavamshi dynasty
b) Eastern Ganga dynasty
c) Bhauma-Kara dynasty
d) Vishnukundina Dynasty
Answer: a) Somavamshi dynasty
