Post-Mauryan Dynasties MCQs for CET 12th Level
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CET 12th Level — Ancient Period — Post-Mauryan Dynasties
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Question 1 of 20
With reference to the Satavahana dynasty, consider the following statements: 1. They issued coins made of Lead and Potin. 2. Their society was matriarchal in nature. 3. They were the first to grant land to Brahmins. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 2 of 20
Which Satavahana ruler is known for his focus on maritime trade, indicated by ship motifs on his coins?
Question 3 of 20
Who was the president of the Fourth Buddhist Council held during Kanishka's reign?
Question 4 of 20
Which of the following places was a capital of the Shunga dynasty?
Question 5 of 20
Match the following locations with the Shaka branches established there: List I (Locations) A. Taxila B. Mathura C. Nasik D. Ujjain List II (Branch) i. Northern Shakas ii. Western Shakas
Question 6 of 20
Which Satavahana ruler defeated the Shaka ruler Nahapana?
Question 7 of 20
Which Chinese general defeated the Kushana ruler Kanishka?
Question 8 of 20
Which Indo-Greek ruler's coins have been found in Mathura?
Question 9 of 20
Which of the following is correct regarding the Satavahana society?
Question 10 of 20
Which dynasty succeeded the Shakas in Western India?
Question 11 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the literary works of the Shunga period: 1. Patanjali wrote 'Mahabhashya'. 2. 'Manusmriti' was compiled during this period. 3. Kalidasa's 'Malavikagnimitram' gives information about the Greek invasion. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 12 of 20
Which scholar in Kanishka's court authored 'Saundarananda'?
Question 13 of 20
What was the official language of the Satavahana dynasty?
Question 14 of 20
Which of the following titles was NOT held by Gautamiputra Shatakarni?
Question 15 of 20
Which of the following works is NOT authored by Ashvaghosa?
Question 16 of 20
What is the primary subject matter of the book 'Gatha Saptashati'?
Question 17 of 20
Which Satavahana ruler is known as 'Trisamudratoyapitavahana' (one whose horses drank the water of three seas)?
Question 18 of 20
Which Buddhist stupa was expanded/renovated during the Shunga period?
Question 19 of 20
What is the significance of the 'Garuda Pillar' at Besnagar?
Question 20 of 20