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Administrative Divisions and Political Structures in Ancient India

Description: This quiz covers the administrative divisions and political structures of ancient India. It explores the various regions, kingdoms, and empires that existed in the Indian subcontinent during ancient times.
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Which of the following was the largest empire in ancient India?

  1. Gupta Empire

  2. Maurya Empire

  3. Chola Empire

  4. Kalinga Empire


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Maurya Empire, founded by Chandragupta Maurya in the 4th century BCE, was the largest empire in ancient India. It stretched from the Indus River in the west to the Brahmaputra River in the east, and from the Himalayas in the north to the Deccan Plateau in the south.

Which of the following regions was known as the 'land of five rivers'?

  1. Punjab

  2. Sindh

  3. Kashmir

  4. Gangetic Plain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Punjab region, located in the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent, was known as the 'land of five rivers' because it is watered by five major rivers: the Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej.

Which of the following kingdoms was founded by Alexander the Great?

  1. Seleucid Empire

  2. Ptolemaic Kingdom

  3. Antigonid Kingdom

  4. Kingdom of Macedon


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Seleucid Empire was founded by Alexander the Great's general, Seleucus I Nicator, after Alexander's death in 323 BCE. It was one of the largest empires in the ancient world, stretching from the Mediterranean Sea in the west to the Indus River in the east.

Which of the following cities served as the capital of the Gupta Empire?

  1. Pataliputra

  2. Ujjain

  3. Kannauj

  4. Mathura


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pataliputra, located in present-day Bihar, was the capital of the Gupta Empire. It was a major center of trade and culture, and was known for its grand palaces and temples.

Which of the following empires was known for its extensive trade network?

  1. Chola Empire

  2. Kalinga Empire

  3. Satavahana Empire

  4. Gupta Empire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chola Empire, based in southern India, was known for its extensive trade network. It had trading relations with Southeast Asia, China, and the Middle East.

Which of the following kingdoms was founded by the Pallavas?

  1. Kadamba Kingdom

  2. Chalukya Kingdom

  3. Rashtrakuta Kingdom

  4. Hoysala Kingdom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kadamba Kingdom was founded by the Pallavas in the 4th century CE. It was located in present-day Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Which of the following regions was known as the 'rice bowl of India'?

  1. Gangetic Plain

  2. Deccan Plateau

  3. Himalayan Region

  4. Indus Valley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gangetic Plain, located in northern India, was known as the 'rice bowl of India' because of its fertile soil and abundant water resources, which made it ideal for rice cultivation.

Which of the following empires was founded by Harshavardhana?

  1. Gupta Empire

  2. Maurya Empire

  3. Chola Empire

  4. Kalinga Empire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harshavardhana founded the Gupta Empire in the 7th century CE. He was a powerful ruler who expanded the empire's territory and promoted cultural and religious activities.

Which of the following kingdoms was known for its maritime power?

  1. Kalinga Empire

  2. Satavahana Empire

  3. Rashtrakuta Kingdom

  4. Hoysala Kingdom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kalinga Empire, located in eastern India, was known for its maritime power. It had a strong navy and controlled important trade routes in the Bay of Bengal.

Which of the following regions was known as the 'land of black soil'?

  1. Deccan Plateau

  2. Gangetic Plain

  3. Himalayan Region

  4. Indus Valley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Deccan Plateau, located in central India, was known as the 'land of black soil' because of its rich black soil, which is ideal for cotton cultivation.

Which of the following empires was founded by Samudragupta?

  1. Gupta Empire

  2. Maurya Empire

  3. Chola Empire

  4. Kalinga Empire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samudragupta founded the Gupta Empire in the 4th century CE. He was a great military leader who expanded the empire's territory and established its dominance in northern India.

Which of the following kingdoms was known for its architectural achievements?

  1. Chalukya Kingdom

  2. Rashtrakuta Kingdom

  3. Hoysala Kingdom

  4. Kadamba Kingdom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chalukya Kingdom, based in southern India, was known for its architectural achievements. It built many temples and other structures, such as the Kailasa Temple in Ellora.

Which of the following regions was known as the 'land of seven rivers'?

  1. Punjab

  2. Sindh

  3. Kashmir

  4. Gangetic Plain


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Sindh region, located in present-day Pakistan, was known as the 'land of seven rivers' because it is watered by seven major rivers: the Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, Beas, and Ghaggar-Hakra.

Which of the following empires was founded by Ashoka?

  1. Gupta Empire

  2. Maurya Empire

  3. Chola Empire

  4. Kalinga Empire


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ashoka founded the Maurya Empire in the 3rd century BCE. He was a great ruler who expanded the empire's territory and promoted peace and non-violence.

Which of the following regions was known as the 'land of gold'?

  1. Deccan Plateau

  2. Gangetic Plain

  3. Himalayan Region

  4. Indus Valley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Deccan Plateau, located in central India, was known as the 'land of gold' because of its rich gold deposits.

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