South Indian Dynasties MCQs for Patwari
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Patwari — Ancient Period — South Indian Dynasties
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Question 1 of 20
Which dynasty was founded by Dantidurga after killing the last Badami Chalukya ruler, Kirtivarman II?
Question 2 of 20
The 'Nandivarman II Style' of Pallava architecture marks the: I. Fourth phase of temple architecture. II. Decline in Pallava architectural grandeur. III. Construction of Mukteshwara Temple. Select the correct option:
Question 3 of 20
Who authored 'Jainendra Vyakaran'?
Question 4 of 20
Which of the following books is NOT written by Dandin?
Question 5 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Brihadeshwara Temple: I. It was built by Arimolivarman (Rajaraja I). II. It is located in Tanjore. III. It was completed in 1010 AD. IV. It is famous for its massive Vimana and is built of granite without a foundation. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 6 of 20
Who among the following Pallava rulers was defeated by Samudragupta as mentioned in the Prayag Prashasti?
Question 7 of 20
Sudiman is the historical name for which modern-day location conquered by the Cholas?
Question 8 of 20
Match the following temples with their location/style: List-I A. Kailasanatha Temple B. Shore Temple C. Mukteshwara Temple D. Draupadi Ratha List-II i. Kanchi ii. Mahabalipuram (Rajasimha Style) iii. Mahabalipuram (Mamalla Style) iv. Kanchi (Nandivarman Style)
Question 9 of 20
Match the Pallava Architecture Styles with their respective characteristic features: List-I (Style) A. Mahendravarman Style B. Mamalla Style C. Rajasimha Style List-II (Feature) i. Monolithic Rathas ii. Cave temples (Mandapas) iii. Structural temples
Question 10 of 20
Identify the correct chronological order of the following Pallava rulers: 1. Mahendravarman I 2. Simhavishnu 3. Narasimhavarman I 4. Nandivarman II
Question 11 of 20
Who was the Chola king killed by the public (people)?
Question 12 of 20
Which Chola ruler is known for his fanaticism, specifically for throwing the idol of Lord Vishnu (Govindaraja) into the sea?
Question 13 of 20
Which Chola King's inscription mentions the 'Sabha' or 'Variyam' system of village administration?
Question 14 of 20
Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Chola administration:
Question 15 of 20
Which of the following temples is an example of the 'Aprajita Style' of Pallava architecture?
Question 16 of 20
Which of the following temples is NOT located in Pattadakal?
Question 17 of 20
Which Pallava ruler defeated Pulakeshin II and assumed the title of 'Vatapikonda'?
Question 18 of 20
How many temples at Pattadakal are built in the Dravida style?
Question 19 of 20
Which Chola ruler's reign is associated with the construction of the famous Rajarajeshwara (Brihadeshwara) Temple at Tanjore?
Question 20 of 20