Top 30 History MCQs for TNPSC,TN TRB,TNUSRB Exams

பல்வேறு போட்டித் தேர்வுகளில் வரலாறு முக்கியப் பங்காற்றுகிறது, விண்ணப்பதாரர்களுக்கு அவர்களின் தயாரிப்பில் உதவ, நாங்கள் 30 கேள்விகளை (MCQs) தொகுத்துள்ளோம். உங்கள் வரலாறு அறிவை மேம்படுத்துவதற்கும், வரவிருக்கும் தேர்வுகளுக்கு உங்களை சிறப்பாக தயார்படுத்துவதற்கும் ஒவ்வொரு கேள்விக்கும் சரியான பதில் உள்ளது.

Top 30 History MCQs

Q1. The capital of the Mauryan Kingdom was located at___________.

(a) Pataliputra

(b) Vaishali

(d) Gaya

Q2.Who was the son of Chandragupta Maurya?

(a) Bindusara

(b) Chandragupta II

(d) Bimbisara

Q3.Ashoka called the Third Buddhist Council at?

(a) Pataliputra

(b) Magadha

(d) Sarnath

Q4. Ashoka’s conquest of Kalinga has been described in the minor rock edict numbered

(a) I

(b) IV

(d) XIII

Q5. Who was the Greek ambassador in the court of Chandragupta Maurya?

(a) Megasthanes

(b) Seleucos

(d) Demetrias

Q6.In which script, the Ashokan inscription were written in North West Frontier Province?

(a) Prakrit

(b) Brahmi

(d) Kharoshti

Q7. Which one of the following factors was not responsible for Chandragupta Maurya’s success against the Nanda Kings?

(a) Chandragupta’s brilliant generalship

(b) Kautilya’s astute diplomacy

(d) Weakness of Nanda rulers

Q8. Which of the following was not one of the Ashoka’s dhamma?

(I) To teach the lesson of non-violence through inscriptions

(II) To resolve conflicts amongst people and families

(III) To perform sacrifices in order to bring peace

(IV) To build roads, wells and inns for both humans and animals

(a) I and III

(b) Only III

(d) II and IV

Q9.Chanakya, the famous teacher of Chandragupta Maurya, was associated with

(a) Nalanda

(b) Vaishali

(d) Vikramshila

Q10. The last Nanda ruler of Magadha who was overthrown by Chandragupta Maurya with the help of Chanakya was

(a) Mahapadmananda

(b) Dhanananda

(d) None of these

Q11. Which ruler of Gupta Empire is also known as “Napoleon of India”?

(a) Chandragupta I

(b) Chandragupta II

(d) Srigupta

Q12.The silver coins of the Gupta period were known as?

(a) Dinar

(b) Rupyaka

(d) Karshapana

Q13.Which Gupta ruler is known for his extensive military conquests?

(a) Samudragupta

(b) Chandragupta II

(d) Skandagupta

Q14.Against whom Skandagupta had to wage long wars on the North West border?

(a) Shakas

(b) Yavanas

(d) Greeks

Q15.The foreign traveler who visited India during the rule of the Guptas was?

(a) Hiuen Tsang

(b) Beriner

(d) Manucci

Q16.Which of the following was an important port of the eastern coast during the Gupta period?

(a) Kalyan

(b) Sopara

(d) Broach

Q17.Which of the following periods is referred to as the period of Hindu revival or renaissance?

(a) Period of Harsha

(b) Kushan Period

(d) Mauryan Period

Q18.What was the name of the famous university founded during the Gupta Dynasty?

(a) Nalanda University

(b) Taxila University

(d) Valabhi University

Q19.What was the name of the famous astronomer who lived during the Gupta Dynasty?

(a) Aryabhata

(b) Brahmagupta

(d) Varahamihira

Q20.Which Gupta ruler was known for his devotion to Lord Vishnu?

(a) Chandragupta I

(b) Samudragupta

(d) Kumaragupta I

Q21. The territory of Porus who offered strong resistance to Alexander was situated between the rivers of

(a) Sutlej and Beas

(b) Jhelum and Chenab

(d) Ganga and Yamuna

Q22. Rath Temples at Mahabalipuram were built during the reign of which Pallava ruler?

(a) Mahendravarman

(b) Narasimahavarman I

(d) Nandivarman I

Q23. The most famous Indo-Greek ruler to rule over India, noted for his justice and popularity with his subjects

(a) Rudradaman

(b) Eukratides

(d) Menander

Q24. Over Which territory there were frequent clashes between the Bahamani Kingdom and the Vijaynagar Kingdom?

(a) The Raichur Doab

(b) Warangal

(d) Malabar

Q25. Which of the following dynasties patronized the famous Kailash temple at Ellora?

(a) Vakataka

(b) Gupta

(d) Rastrakuta

Q26. When Babur invaded India who was the ruler of the Vijayanagar Empire in south India?

(a) Devaraya I

(b) Devaraya II

(d) Sadashiva Raya

Q27. Which emperor conquered and annexed the northern part of Sri Lanka and named it Mummadi Cholamandalam?

(a) Rajaraja I

(b) Parantaka I

(d) Rajadhiraja I

Q28. Name the poet who wrote “Prithviraj Raso”, a poem describing Prithviraj Chauhan’s life?

(a) Vir Siroja

(b) Chand Bardai

(d) Nur Fateh

Q29. Pulakesin II was the most famous ruler of?

(a) Cholas

(b) Chalukyas

(d) Satavahanas

Q30. According to the categories of land mentioned in the Chola inscriptions ___________ was known as the land gifted to temples.

(a) Vellanvagai

(b) Brahmadeya

(d) Devadana

Solution:

S1. Ans.(a)

Sol.

The capital of the Mauryan Kingdom was located at Pataliputra, which is now known as Patna in present-day Bihar, India. Pataliputra was one of the largest and most prosperous cities in the world during the Mauryan period and served as the political and cultural center of the kingdom.
It was also strategically located at the confluence of the Ganges and Son rivers, which made it an important center of trade and commerce.
The Mauryan Empire was one of the largest empires in ancient India, founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 321 BCE. It was known for its administrative and political efficiency and was ruled by a series of powerful emperors, including Ashoka the Great.

S2. Ans.(a)

Sol.The son of Chandragupta Maurya was Bindusara. He succeeded his father as the second Mauryan emperor of India. Option (a) is correct.

Chandragupta II: Chandragupta II, also known as Chandragupta Vikramaditya, was a Gupta emperor who ruled from 375 CE to 415 CE.
Ashoka: Ashoka was the grandson of Chandragupta Maurya and the son of Bindusara. He was the third Mauryan emperor who ruled India from around 268 BCE to 232 BCE.
Bimbisara: Bimbisara was a king of the Magadha kingdom who ruled from around 543 BCE to 492 BCE. Bimbisara was known for his patronage of Buddhism and for his diplomatic skills in maintaining good relations with neighbouring kingdoms.

S3.Ans.(a)

Sol. Third Buddhist council was held in 250 BC at Pataliputra under the patronage of King Asoka and under the presidency of Moggaliputta Tissa. The teachings of Buddha which were under two baskets were now classified in 3 baskets as Abhidhamma Pitaka was established in this council, and they were known as “Tripitaka”. It also tried to settle all the disputes of Vinaya Pitaka.

S4.Ans.(d)

Sol. Ashoka’s conquest of Kalinga has been described in the famous Rock Edict XIII, which is also known as the Kalinga Edict. This edict is one of the major rock edicts of Ashoka, and it describes in detail the suffering and devastation caused by the Kalinga War, and how it led Ashoka to embrace Buddhism and adopt a policy of non-violence. Option (d) is correct.

S5.Ans.(a)

Sol. The Greek ambassador in the court of Chandragupta Maurya was Megasthenes. He was a Greek historian and diplomat who lived in the fourth century BCE. He was sent to India by Seleucus I Nicator, the Greek king who ruled over a part of the region that is now modern-day Afghanistan and Pakistan, to establish diplomatic relations with the Mauryan Empire. Megasthenes stayed in India for several years and wrote a book called Indica, which provided a detailed account of Indian society, culture, and governance. Option (a) is correct.

S6.Ans.(d)

Sol.The Ashokan inscriptions found in the North West Frontier Province were written in the Kharosthi script. Kharosthi was an ancient script used in the north western regions of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in modern-day Afghanistan and Pakistan, during the third century BCE to the fourth century CE. The Kharosthi script was used to write various languages of the northwestern Indian subcontinent, including Gandhari, Sanskrit, and Prakrit. However, the Ashokan inscriptions found in the North West Frontier Province were written specifically in the Kharosthi script.

S7.Ans.(c)

Sol. Chandragupta Maurya (reign: 321–298 BCE) was the founder of the Maurya Empire in ancient India.He ended Nanda dynasty and established Mauryan dynasty. Chandragupta built one of the largest empires ever in the Indian subcontinent. According to Jain sources, he became a monk in the Jain tradition in the last phase of his life.

S8.Ans.(b)

Sol. Ashoka’s dhamma was neither a new religion nor a new political philosophy, it was a way of life, a code of conduct and a set of principles to be adopted and practised by the people at large. The word Dhamma is the Prakrit form of the Sanskrit word Dharma.

S9.Ans.(c)

Sol. Chanakya, the famous teacher of Chandragupta Maurya, was associated with Takshashila. Takshashila was an ancient city located in present-day Pakistan, which was a renowned center of learning and education in ancient times. Chanakya was a highly respected scholar and teacher at Takshashila and was known for his intelligence, wisdom, and political acumen. He is also known for his role as the chief advisor to Chandragupta Maurya, who founded the Maurya Empire in ancient India.

S10.Ans.(b)

Sol. The last Nanda ruler of Magadha who was overthrown by Chandragupta Maurya with the help of Chanakya was Dhanananda. Dhanananda was the successor of his father Mahapadma Nanda, who founded the Nanda dynasty and ruled Magadha from 345 BCE to 321 BCE. Chandragupta Maurya, with the guidance of Chanakya, formed an alliance with other rulers and armies and defeated Dhanananda, thus ending the Nanda dynasty’s rule over Magadha.

S11.Ans.(c)

Sol. Samudragupta (335-375 AD) of the Gupta dynasty is known as the Napoleon of India.

Historian AV Smith called him so because of his great military conquests known from the ‘Prayag Prashati’ written by his courtier and poet Harisena, who also describes him as the hero of a hundred battles.

S12.Ans.(b)

Sol. The silver coins of the Gupta period were known as Rupyaka. The term “Rupyaka” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Rupa,” which means silver.

The Gupta Empire was known for its extensive use of gold coins, but they also issued silver coins in various denominations, including Rupyakas. These coins were an important medium of exchange in the empire and played a crucial role in facilitating trade and commerce.

S13.Ans(a)

Sol. Samudragupta, also known as “the Napoleon of India,” was a powerful ruler who expanded the Gupta Empire through military conquests. He is also known for his patronage of the arts and literature.

S14.Ans.(c)

Sol. The nomadic savages or tribes who lived in the neighbourhood of China were the Hephthalites (the Sanskrit name of which is Hunas). Gupta Empire ruled over a major part of India, after the death of the Gupta emperor, Samudragupta, there was less control of the skandgupta in Western India. During this time, the Hunas armed forces attacked the Gupta dynasty.

S15.Ans.(c)

Sol. Foreign travelers who visited India during the rule of the Guptas was Fa-Hein, but the Gupta period predates the arrival of the latter. Fa-Hein was a Chinese Buddhist monk who travelled to India in the 5th century CE during the reign of Chandragupta II. He is known for his detailed accounts of the places he visited, including the Buddhist holy sites in India. His writings provide valuable insights into the social, religious, and economic conditions of India during the Gupta period.

S16.Ans.(c)

Sol.

Tamralipti was an important port of the eastern coast during the Gupta period. Tamralipti, also known as Tamluk, was located in present-day West Bengal, India.
It was a major center of trade and commerce, and its strategic location on the Bay of Bengal made it an important port for maritime trade with Southeast Asia and other regions.
The port of Tamralipti was well-connected to the interior of India via riverine and land-based transportation networks, which further enhanced its importance as a commercial hub during the Gupta period.

S17.Ans.(c)

Sol. The period referred to as the period of Hindu revival or renaissance is the Gupta Period. The Gupta Empire (320 CE – 550 CE) is considered to be a golden age of classical Indian civilization and saw a revival of Hinduism after centuries of foreign rule and religious change. During this period, Hinduism flourished, and art, literature, and science also saw significant developments. The Gupta kings were patrons of art and learning and supported Hinduism, which had a significant impact on Indian society and culture.

S18.Ans(a)

Sol.

The name of the famous university founded during the Gupta Dynasty was Nalanda University. Nalanda University was founded in the 5th century CE during the reign of the Gupta Empire and was located in the present-day Indian state of Bihar.
The university was a center of learning for various fields such as philosophy, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and Buddhist studies. Nalanda University was one of the oldest and most prominent universities in ancient India and attracted scholars from all over the world.
The university was destroyed during the 12th century CE by foreign invaders, but the legacy of Nalanda University continues to inspire academic and intellectual pursuits to this day.

S19.Ans(a)

Sol.

The name of the famous astronomer who lived during the Gupta Dynasty was Aryabhata. Aryabhata was a mathematician and astronomer who was born in 476 CE in present-day Patna, India, during the reign of the Gupta Empire. He is known for his works on mathematics, astronomy, and the concept of zero.
Aryabhata’s most significant work is the Aryabhatiya, a treatise on mathematics and astronomy, which was written in Sanskrit and included his ideas on the motion of planets and the solar system.
Aryabhata’s works were influential in the development of Indian mathematics and astronomy and had a profound impact on subsequent scientific and mathematical endeavors in India and beyond.

S20.Ans(c)

Sol.

The Gupta ruler who was known for his devotion to Lord Vishnu was Chandragupta II, also known as Chandragupta Vikramaditya.
Chandragupta II ruled the Gupta Empire from 375 CE to 415 CE and was a patron of the arts and sciences. He is credited with expanding the Gupta Empire and establishing it as a major power in India.
Chandragupta II was also known for his patronage of Hinduism and was a devotee of Lord Vishnu. He was instrumental in promoting Vaishnavism and was responsible for the construction of many Hindu temples, including the famous Dashavatara Temple at Deogarh.
Chandragupta II’s reign is considered to be a golden age of classical Indian civilization and saw significant developments in art, literature, and science.

S21.Ans.(b)

Sol. The territory of Porus who offered strong resistance to Alexander was situated between the rivers of Jhelum and Chenab.

Porus was a ruler of the Paurava kingdom, which was located in the northwest region of the Indian subcontinent. The kingdom was situated between the two rivers, Jhelum and Chenab.
During Alexander the Great’s campaign in India, Porus led a strong resistance against the invading Macedonian army. The Battle of the Hydaspes River, fought between Alexander and Porus in 326 BCE, is considered one of Alexander’s toughest battles, mainly because of Porus’s brilliant strategy and the difficult terrain of the region.
Despite the bravery and tactical skill of Porus and his soldiers, the Macedonian army ultimately emerged victorious in the battle, and Porus was captured. However, Alexander was impressed by Porus’s courage and allowed him to continue to rule his kingdom as a vassal of Alexander.
The territory of Porus, located between the Jhelum and Chenab rivers, is now part of modern-day Pakistan.

S22.Ans.(b)

Sol.

The Rath Temple at Mahabalipuram are also called Shore Temple (built in 700–728 AD). It is a structural temple, built with blocks of granite, dating from the 8th century AD.It is built by Pallava ruler Narasimahavarman I.

Narasimhavarman I ruled from 630-668 CE and was known for his architectural achievements, including the construction of the Shore Temple and the Five Rathas in Mahabalipuram. The Rath Temples are famous for their monolithic architecture, where the temples were carved out of single rocks. The Seven Pagodas were named after the seven chariots or rathas of the Pandavas in the Hindu epic, Mahabharata.

S23.Ans(d)

Sol. The most famous Indo-Greek ruler noted for his justice and popularity with his subjects is Menander, also known as Milinda. Therefore, the correct option is (d) Menander.

Menander was a Bactrian Greek king who ruled over a large part of the Indian subcontinent, from around 165 BCE to 135 BCE. He was known for his military conquests, religious tolerance, and philosophical discussions with the Buddhist sage Nagasena, which were recorded in the text called the Milinda Panha. Menander’s empire covered a vast area, including present-day Afghanistan, Pakistan, and parts of northern India, and his reign was considered a high point of Indo-Greek cultural exchange. He is also known for his coins, which depict his portrait on one side and various Buddhist symbols on the other.

S24.Ans.(a)

Sol.

The territory over which there were frequent clashes between the Bahamani Kingdom and the Vijayanagara Kingdom was the Raichur Doab.
The Raichur Doab is the region between the Krishna and Tungabhadra rivers in southern India. This region was strategically important for both kingdoms as it provided access to important trade routes and fertile agricultural land.
The Bahmani Sultanate, which was based in Gulbarga, and the Vijayanagara Empire, which was based in Hampi, were two of the most powerful kingdoms in southern India during the 14th to 16th centuries.
The conflict between the two kingdoms over the Raichur Doab was a major cause of the Vijayanagara-Bahmani Wars, which lasted for over a century.

S25.Ans.(d)

Sol.

The Kailash temple at Ellora was patronized by the Rastrakuta dynasty. The temple was built in the 8th century CE under the patronage of King Krishna I of the Rastrakuta dynasty. It is considered one of the most remarkable cave temples in India due to its unique architecture and rock-cutting techniques.
The Kailash temple is located in the Ellora Caves complex, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the largest rock-cut temples in the world. The temple is notable for its monolithic structure, which means it was carved out of a single rock.
The temple complex is spread over an area of 2 acres and consists of a main temple, a courtyard, and several smaller shrines and pavilions. The main temple is a multi-storeyed structure with intricate carvings and sculptures depicting various mythological scenes and characters.

S26.Ans.(c)

Sol. Krishnadevaraya was the emperor of the Vijayanagara Empire from 1509 to 1529. He was the third ruler of the Tuluva Dynasty. He is emperor during the invasion of Babar in India.

S27.Ans.(a)

Sol. Rajaraja I was a renowned king who ruled over the Chola kingdom of southern India between 985 and 1014 CE. Raja Raja Chola also launched several naval campaigns that resulted in the capture of the Malabar Coast as well as the Maldives and Sri Lanka and named it Mummadi Cholapuram.

S28.Ans.(b)

Sol. The Prithviraj Raso is a Brajbhasha epic poem about the life of the 12th-century Indian king Prithviraj Chauhan. It is attributed to Chand Bardai, who according to the text, was a court poet of the king.

S29.Ans.(b)

Sol.

Pulakesin II was a prominent ruler of the Chalukya dynasty, which was one of the most powerful and influential dynasties of ancient South India. He ruled from 610 CE to 642 CE and was known for his military conquests, patronage of arts and literature, and architectural achievements.
During his reign, Pulakesin II expanded the Chalukya Empire and extended its influence over a large part of South India. He defeated many neighboring kingdoms, including the Pallavas, the Gangas, and the Kadambas, and established his authority over their territories. He also defeated the Harsha Empire in the north and extended his influence as far as the Narmada River.
Pulakesin II was also known for his patronage of arts and literature. He was a great patron of Kannada literature and is said to have encouraged many poets and writers of his time. He was also responsible for the construction of many temples and monuments, including the famous Virupaksha Temple in Pattadakal.

S30. Ans.(d)

Sol.

The Cholas were one of the most prominent dynasties that ruled South India between the 9th and 13th centuries CE. They were known for their administrative, military, and cultural achievements, and their inscriptions provide valuable information about the society, economy, and governance of their time.
One of the categories of land mentioned in the Chola inscriptions was “Devadana,” which means land gifted to temples. Devadana land was considered sacred and was donated by the kings, queens, and other wealthy individuals to the temples. The donation of Devadana land was seen as an act of piety and a way of earning merit, as it was believed that the land would generate revenue that could be used for the upkeep of the temple and for religious activities.

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