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CET 12th Level — Mauryan Empire MCQs

Practice 20 free mauryan empire multiple choice questions for CET 12th Level exam. Instant answers with explanations in Hindi and English.

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CET 12th Level — Ancient Period — Mauryan Empire

20 Questions • Instant results & explanations • Hindi & English

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Question 1 of 20

According to Greek historians, what was the unique feature of the Mauryan marriage system regarding dowry?

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 term described women who chose not to remarry after widowhood and lived an independent, isolated life?

Question 4 of 20

In the context of the Mauryan textile industry, which material was the most prominent industry?

Question 5 of 20

Which Mauryan Emperor is specifically noted for employing war prisoners as slaves in production activities?

Question 6 of 20

State-controlled prostitutes in the Mauryan administration were supervised by the state and known as:

Question 7 of 20

Identify the tax known as 'Sita' in the Mauryan revenue system.

Question 8 of 20

Which of the following books is written in a Question-Answer format?

Question 9 of 20

Which specific community is notably ABSENT from the mentions in Kautilya's Arthashastra?

Question 10 of 20

Which officer was empowered to issue currency in the Mauryan state upon payment of a 13.5% fee?

Question 11 of 20

Which inscription provides evidence of famine relief efforts in West Bengal?

Question 12 of 20

Match the Mauryan port with its modern state location: List-I (Port) A. Bhrigukachchha B. Tamralipti C. Sopara List-II (State) i. West Bengal ii. Gujarat iii. Maharashtra

Question 13 of 20

According to Megasthenes, which caste was ranked first in the seven-fold division of Indian society?

Question 14 of 20

What was the 'Vishti' tax in the Mauryan period primarily related to?

Question 15 of 20

Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Mauryan family system?

Question 16 of 20

Where did the 'Varna-Sankar' (mixed caste) people live in the Mauryan settlement pattern?

Question 17 of 20

What does the term 'Ahitaka' refer to in Kautilya's Arthashastra?

Question 18 of 20

Identify the Greek author who wrote 'Geography' and provided information about Mauryan India.

Question 19 of 20

Which Mauryan highway connected Taxila in the North-West to Tamralipti in the East?

Question 20 of 20

Who is the author of the book 'Natural History' (Historica Naturalis)?

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