Mauryan Empire MCQs for CET 12th Level
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CET 12th Level — Ancient Period — Mauryan Empire
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Question 1 of 20
According to the Queen's Edict (Allahabad pillar), who was the son of Queen Karuvaki?
Question 2 of 20
Megasthenes noted that the Indian society was honest and the crime rate was low. What example did he give to support this?
Question 3 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the 'Mantrin' and 'Parishah' in Mauryan central administration: 1. 'Mantrin' referred to a small group of 3-4 key ministers. 2. 'Parishah' referred to the larger Council of Ministers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 4 of 20
Which of the following books is written in a Question-Answer format?
Question 5 of 20
The 'Dharmasthiya' court in the Mauryan judicial system dealt with which type of cases?
Question 6 of 20
The Rummindei Pillar Inscription is historically significant because:
Question 7 of 20
Consider the following statements about Mauryan origins: 1. Brahminical texts consider them to be of Shudra origin. 2. Jain and Buddhist texts consider them to be of Kshatriya origin. Which of the above is/are correct?
Question 8 of 20
Which officer was empowered to issue currency in the Mauryan state upon payment of a 13.5% fee?
Question 9 of 20
Match List-I with List-II regarding the locations of Mauryan Pillars found in Bihar: List-I (Pillar) A. Lauriya Nandangarh B. Lauriya Araraj C. Rampurva List-II (Location/Features) i. Champaran (Lion Capital) ii. Champaran (Bull Capital) iii. Champaran (Single Lion)
Question 10 of 20
Match the following Mauryan rulers with their capitals after the empire's division: List-I (Ruler) A. Dasaratha B. Samprati List-II (Capital) i. Ujjain ii. Pataliputra
Question 11 of 20
Which officer title is associated with the propagation of Dhamma in Ashoka's 5th Rock Edict?
Question 12 of 20
The Mauryan military administration was managed by a board of 30 members divided into how many committees?
Question 13 of 20
What is the correct chronological sequence of the following Stupas based on their origin/period?
Question 14 of 20
Which of the following sites in Rajasthan has yielded a Minor Rock Edict of Ashoka?
Question 15 of 20
Match List-I with List-II regarding Mauryan officials and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Official) A. Samaharta B. Sannidhata C. Pradeshtha D. Karmantik List-II (Function) 1. Chief Justice (Criminal Court) 2. Revenue Officer 3. Head of Royal Industries 4. Treasurer
Question 16 of 20
Match List-I (Pillar) with List-II (Capital Animal) and select the correct answer: List-I A. Rampurva B. Sankisa C. Vaishali D. Rummindei List-II i. Elephant ii. Bull iii. Horse iv. Lion
Question 17 of 20
Match List-I (Source) with List-II (Caste of Mauryas) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I A. Jain and Buddhist Literature B. Brahmin Literature C. Mudrarakshasa (Vishakhadatta) D. Romila Thapar List-II i. Vrishal (Low born) ii. Kshatriya iii. Vaishya iv. Shudra
Question 18 of 20
Who constructed the statue of Bahubali at Shravanabelagola?
Question 19 of 20
The term 'Stupa' is first mentioned in which ancient text?
Question 20 of 20