General Studies - History

Hathigumpha inscription gives account of which of the following rulers?

• Asoka

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Kharvela

• Samudragupya

In context with the Mahayana Buddhism faith, the future Buddha is ___?

• Krakuchanda

• Amitabha

• Maitreya

• Kanak Muni

The Vikramshila University was set up by which ruler of Pala dynasty?

• Dharmapala

• Ramapala

• Gopala

• Kumarpala

Which ruler is credited for the spread of Jainism in Karnataka?

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Bimbisara

• Ashoka

• Samparati

Which physician was sent by Bimbisara to treat Avanti King Pradyota?

• Jivaka

• Udayin

• Kalashoka

• Both a & b

Which among the following dynasties were ruling over Magadha when Alexander invaded India?

• Shisunagas

• Nandas

• Mauryas

• Kosalas

In context of Mauryan administration, who was regarded as the ‘Chief treasury officer’?

• Samaharta

• Paura

• Sannidhata

• Karmantika

Which of the following ancient Tamil Kingdoms came to be known from Sangam Literature?

• Chola

• Chera

• Pandya

• All of the above

Who among the following is known as father of Indian archaeology?

• Colonel Mackenzie

• Alexander Cunningham

• Robert Seawell

• John Marshal

Loe Banr and Kalako-deray in Swat Valley of Pakistan are known for which of the following archeological remains?

• Fire altars

• Pit-dwellings

• Iron implements

• Bone tools