Mauryan Empire MCQs for Rajasthan SI
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Rajasthan SI — Ancient Period — Mauryan Empire
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Question 1 of 20
Assertion (A): Some historians believe Ashoka's pillars are copies of Darius's pillars. Reason (R): Both rulers used the title 'Devanamapiya' and both pillar styles feature lotus motifs and polish.
Question 2 of 20
What was the term used for 'Divorce' in the Mauryan period, indicating the possibility of dissolving a marriage?
Question 3 of 20
Which of the following Yaksha statues was found at Rajghat?
Question 4 of 20
What was the term used for land that produced good crops without the need for artificial irrigation?
Question 5 of 20
Which inscription provides evidence of famine relief efforts in West Bengal?
Question 6 of 20
Which social class is credited with the construction of the Amravati Stupa in the 3rd century?
Question 7 of 20
Who is the author of the book 'Natural History' (Historica Naturalis)?
Question 8 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the types of Stupas: 1. Sharirik Stupas are built over the physical relics of Lord Buddha. 2. Paribhogik Stupas are built over objects used by Lord Buddha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 9 of 20
Which sect did Bindusara follow?
Question 10 of 20
Which of the following is NOT one of the caves built by Ashoka in the Barabar hills?
Question 11 of 20
Match the following historical books with their authors: List-I (Book) A. Natural History B. Geography C. Indica List-II (Author) i. Megasthenes ii. Pliny iii. Ptolemy
Question 12 of 20
Which term refers to the prayer halls of the Buddhists?
Question 13 of 20
Which of the following Ashokan pillars were relocated to Delhi by Firoz Shah Tughlaq?
Question 14 of 20
Match List-I with List-II regarding the ancient names of coins during the Mauryan period: List-I (Metal) A. Gold B. Silver C. Copper List-II (Coin Name) i. Karshapana ii. Suvarna iii. Kakani
Question 15 of 20
Which Mauryan official was responsible for the maintenance of land records and revenue collection at the central level?
Question 16 of 20
Who was the last ruler of the Mauryan Dynasty?
Question 17 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Bhabru Edict: 1. It was found in Viratnagar (Jaipur). 2. In this edict, Ashoka refers to himself as the 'Emperor of Magadha'. 3. It expresses Ashoka's faith in the Triratna (Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 18 of 20
Which city was founded by Ashoka in Nepal?
Question 19 of 20
Which of the following statements regarding the Amravati Stupa is NOT correct?
Question 20 of 20