South Indian Dynasties MCQs for CET Graduate
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CET Graduate — Ancient Period — South Indian Dynasties
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Question 1 of 20
Identify the incorrect pair regarding Chalukya rulers and their descriptions:
Question 2 of 20
Which Chola ruler is known for his fanaticism, specifically for throwing the idol of Lord Vishnu (Govindaraja) into the sea?
Question 3 of 20
Which of the following books is NOT written by Dandin?
Question 4 of 20
The book 'Manasollasa', written by the Chalukya ruler Someshvara III, primarily deals with which of the following subjects?
Question 5 of 20
The 'Mandapa' style of architecture (Cave Temples) is primarily associated with which Pallava King?
Question 6 of 20
Religious paintings related to Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Lord Shiva are found on the walls of temples from which dynasty?
Question 7 of 20
Match List-I with List-II regarding the Pallava rulers and their titles/achievements: List-I (Ruler) A. Mahendravarman I B. Narasimhavarman I C. Narasimhavarman II List-II (Title/Achievement) i. Rajasimha ii. Mattavilasa iii. Mamalla
Question 8 of 20
Who authored 'Jainendra Vyakaran'?
Question 9 of 20
The famous 'Shore Temple' at Mahabalipuram is dedicated to which deity and was built in which style?
Question 10 of 20
The qualification 'One member selected only once' applies to:
Question 11 of 20
During the reign of which Chola ruler was the Bay of Bengal referred to as the 'Chola Lake'?
Question 12 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the 'Mattavilasa Prahasana': 1. It is the first satire-based book in India. 2. It was written by Narasimhavarman I. 3. It satirizes Buddhist monks and Kapalikas. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 13 of 20
Which scholar wrote 'Niti Vakyamrita' during the Chalukya period?
Question 14 of 20
The 'Manasollasa' text, written by Someshvara III, derives its content from which ancient science?
Question 15 of 20
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Author/Work) A. Bharavi B. Mahendravarman C. Dandin List-II (Related Fact) i. Kiratarjuniyam ii. Mattavilasa Prahasana iii. Dashakumaracharita
Question 16 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Bhakti Movement in South India: 1. It was initiated during the time of Pallava rulers. 2. It was led by Alvars and Nayanars. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Question 17 of 20
The Korangnath temple at Srinivasanallur, famous for its sculptures, was built by which Chola ruler?
Question 18 of 20
With reference to the Pallava dynasty, the term 'Tondamandalam' refers to:
Question 19 of 20
Which Vijayanagar minister re-installed the Govindaraja idol in Hampi after it was recovered?
Question 20 of 20