Post-Mauryan Dynasties MCQs for Rajasthan SI
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Rajasthan SI — Ancient Period — Post-Mauryan Dynasties
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Question 1 of 20
Which Chinese general defeated the Kushana ruler Kanishka?
Question 2 of 20
Identify the correct chronological order of the following Post-Mauryan dynasties:
Question 3 of 20
Which of the following metals was predominantly used by the Satavahanas for their coinage?
Question 4 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 5 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 6 of 20
Which Satavahana ruler stopped the inter-caste marriages and tried to re-establish the Varna system?
Question 7 of 20
Which material was primarily used in the Gandhara School of Art?
Question 8 of 20
Asserting his dominance and divine right to rule, Vima Kadphises (Kadphises II), the powerful emperor of the Kushan dynasty, adopted which grandiloquent title to legitimize his vast sovereign authority?
Question 9 of 20
The Ayodhya Inscription of Dhandev provides information about which event?
Question 10 of 20
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Author) A. Gunadhya B. Sarvavarman C. Patanjali D. Kalidasa List-II (Book) 1. Malavikagnimitram 2. Brihatkatha 3. Katantra 4. Yoga Sutra
Question 11 of 20
Which Chinese text refers to the Shakas as 'Sai' or 'Sai-wang'?
Question 12 of 20
Who was the first Kushana ruler to assume the title of 'Maharajadhiraja'?
Question 13 of 20
Which school of art is characterized by the use of 'spotted red sandstone'?
Question 14 of 20
What title did the Kushana ruler Vima Kadphises adopt, reflecting his devotion to Lord Shiva?
Question 15 of 20
What is the primary subject matter of the book 'Gatha Saptashati'?
Question 16 of 20
To forcefully project absolute sovereign authority, which grand imperial title was officially adopted by the early Kushana ruler Vima Kadphises (Kadphises II)?
Question 17 of 20
Which of the following statements about Vashishthiputra Pulumavi is INCORRECT?
Question 18 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 19 of 20
Which Kushana ruler is credited with introducing the practice of making statues of rulers (Royal Portraits)?
Question 20 of 20