Indian History - Mock Test 161

Question 1601

What is the present name of Dwara Samudra, the ancient capital of the Hoysalas?

A) Mathura B) Halebid C) Raourkela D) Belur

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Question 1602

The most Important cause of the downfall of the Gupta empire was/were?

A) Muslim invasions B) The pacifist influence of the Buddha's teachings C) Frequent wars of succession D) Revolt and declaration of independence by principal chiefs

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Question 1603

The Rigvedic Aryans were governed by a?

A) Tribal republic B) Form of democracy C) Monarchical government D) Rule by elders

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Question 1604

What was the extent of Harsha's empire?

A) The entire Indian subcontinent B) The whole of India C) The entire Deccan region D) A part of northern India

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Question 1605

Which of the following is not famous for temples marked by erotic sculptures?

A) Khajuraho B) madhurai C) Halebid D) Konark

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Question 1606

What did the Devadana type of a land tenure signify?

A) Villages donated to Brahmins B) Villages donated to the King C) Villages donated to the gods D) Villages not normally lived in

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Question 1607

Which of the following forms of land tenure denoted an entire village being donated to Brahmins?

A) Jagir B) Zamindari C) Brahmadeya D) Devadana

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Question 1608

The Mahajanapada that acquired prominence to become an empire was that of?

A) Magadha B) Kasi C) Kosala D) Avanti

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Question 1609

What does the Yajur Veda contain?

A) Only hymns B) Spells and charms C) Hymns and rituals D) Commentaries on society

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Question 1610

The concluding portions of the Brahmanas are called the?

A) Vedas B) Agamas C) Tantras D) Satpathas

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