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Ancient India: Harsha Empire

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Who was the founder of the Harsha Empire?

  1. Harshavardhana

  2. Skandagupta

  3. Chandragupta Maurya

  4. Ashoka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harshavardhana, also known as Harsha, established the Harsha Empire in the 7th century CE.

Which city served as the capital of the Harsha Empire?

  1. Kannauj

  2. Pataliputra

  3. Taxila

  4. Ujjain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kannauj, located in present-day Uttar Pradesh, was the capital of the Harsha Empire.

What was the approximate duration of the Harsha Empire?

  1. 100 years

  2. 200 years

  3. 300 years

  4. 400 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Harsha Empire lasted for approximately 100 years, from the early 7th century CE to the early 8th century CE.

Which religion did Harshavardhana initially follow?

  1. Buddhism

  2. Hinduism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Harshavardhana initially followed Hinduism, but later converted to Buddhism.

What was the name of Harshavardhana's court poet?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Banabhatta

  3. Dandin

  4. Mayura


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Banabhatta was the court poet of Harshavardhana and is known for his work, Harshacharita.

Which Chinese traveler visited India during Harshavardhana's reign?

  1. Fa-Hien

  2. Xuanzang

  3. I-tsing

  4. Huien Tsang


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Xuanzang, a Chinese Buddhist monk, visited India during Harshavardhana's reign and documented his travels in his famous work, Great Tang Records on the Western Regions.

What was the name of Harshavardhana's sister?

  1. Rajyashri

  2. Prabhavati Gupta

  3. Durga Devi

  4. Yashodhara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajyashri was the sister of Harshavardhana and played a significant role in his administration.

Which battle marked the end of Harshavardhana's reign?

  1. Battle of Kannauj

  2. Battle of Thanesar

  3. Battle of Plassey

  4. Battle of Panipat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Battle of Kannauj in 647 CE, fought between Harshavardhana and the Chalukya king Pulakeshin II, resulted in Harshavardhana's defeat and the decline of the Harsha Empire.

What was the name of Harshavardhana's play?

  1. Mrichchakatika

  2. Abhijnanashakuntalam

  3. Ratnavali

  4. Nagananda


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ratnavali is a Sanskrit play written by Harshavardhana, showcasing his literary skills.

Which Harshavardhana-constructed temple is located in Madhya Pradesh?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Sun Temple

  3. Lingaraja Temple

  4. Brihadisvara Temple


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Sun Temple in Martand, Jammu and Kashmir, is attributed to Harshavardhana's reign.

What was the name of Harshavardhana's father?

  1. Prabhakaravardhana

  2. Skandagupta

  3. Chandragupta II

  4. Ashoka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prabhakaravardhana was the father of Harshavardhana and the founder of the Pushyabhuti dynasty.

Which Harshavardhana-constructed temple is located in Gujarat?

  1. Somnath Temple

  2. Dwarkadhish Temple

  3. Jagannath Temple

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Somnath Temple in Gujarat is believed to have been reconstructed by Harshavardhana.

What was the name of Harshavardhana's mother?

  1. Yashodhara

  2. Prabhavati Gupta

  3. Durga Devi

  4. Rajyashri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yashodhara was the mother of Harshavardhana and the wife of Prabhakaravardhana.

Which Harshavardhana-constructed temple is located in Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple

  2. Akshardham Temple

  3. Lingaraja Temple

  4. Brihadisvara Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, is believed to have been reconstructed by Harshavardhana.

What was the name of Harshavardhana's brother?

  1. Rajyavardhana

  2. Prabhakaravardhana

  3. Skandagupta

  4. Chandragupta II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajyavardhana was the elder brother of Harshavardhana and the successor to Prabhakaravardhana.

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