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
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 2 of 20
Which Pallava ruler assumed the title of 'Vatapikonda' after defeating Pulakeshin II?
Question 3 of 20
Which temple is mentioned as being included in the UNESCO World Heritage list?
Question 4 of 20
Which Pallava ruler is credited with the beginning of the 'Dravida' style of temple architecture?
Question 5 of 20
Which two sages are credited with taking Vedic culture to South India for the first time?
Question 6 of 20
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Ruler) A. Arimolivarman B. Parantaka II C. Rajendra I D. Rajadhiraja List-II (Title/Description) I. Known as Sundara Chola II. Adopted the title 'Rajaraja' III. Called 'Alexander of India' IV. Died on the back of an elephant
Question 7 of 20
Which Chola King's inscription mentions the 'Sabha' or 'Variyam' system of village administration?
Question 8 of 20
Who was the author of 'Kiratarjuniyam', a famous Sanskrit poem, and in whose court did he reside?
Question 9 of 20
The 'Bahur Temple' is a prime example of which style of Pallava architecture?
Question 10 of 20
How many temples at Pattadakal are built in the Dravida style?
Question 11 of 20
Who recovered the Vishnu idol thrown into the sea by Kulottunga II and re-established it in Tirupati?
Question 12 of 20
Which Chola King's coronation took place on the battlefield?
Question 13 of 20
In the Aihole Inscription, Ravikirti compares himself to which famous Sanskrit poets?
Question 14 of 20
The battle of Koppam was fought between:
Question 15 of 20
Which Chalukya ruler founded the 'Eastern Chalukya' dynasty?
Question 16 of 20
What title did Pulakeshin II adopt after defeating Harshavardhana?
Question 17 of 20
The famous 'Shore Temple' at Mahabalipuram is dedicated to which deity and was built in which style?
Question 18 of 20
The lottery system for selecting members of local bodies was conducted by:
Question 19 of 20
Which Chola ruler is known for his fanaticism, specifically for throwing the idol of Lord Vishnu (Govindaraja) into the sea?
Question 20 of 20