Post-Gupta Coins

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Which dynasty succeeded the Guptas in North India?

  1. Pushyabhutis

  2. Harshavardhana

  3. Chalukyas

  4. Pallavas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pushyabhutis, also known as the Vardhanas, succeeded the Guptas in North India.

Who was the founder of the Pushyabhuti dynasty?

  1. Prabhakaravardhana

  2. Rajyavardhana

  3. Harshavardhana

  4. Adityavardhana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prabhakaravardhana was the founder and first ruler of the Pushyabhuti dynasty.

Which Pushyabhuti ruler is known as the 'Indian Napoleon'?

  1. Prabhakaravardhana

  2. Rajyavardhana

  3. Harshavardhana

  4. Adityavardhana


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Harshavardhana, also known as Harsha, is often referred to as the 'Indian Napoleon' for his military conquests and administrative skills.

What was the name of Harshavardhana's capital city?

  1. Kannauj

  2. Prayagraj

  3. Pataliputra

  4. Ujjain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harshavardhana's capital city was Kannauj, located in present-day Uttar Pradesh.

Which type of coins were issued by the Pushyabhuti dynasty?

  1. Gold coins

  2. Silver coins

  3. Copper coins

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pushyabhuti dynasty issued gold, silver, and copper coins.

What were the main motifs depicted on Pushyabhuti coins?

  1. Religious symbols

  2. Royal portraits

  3. Animals

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pushyabhuti coins featured a variety of motifs, including religious symbols, royal portraits, and animals.

Which dynasty ruled in South India during the Post-Gupta period?

  1. Chalukyas

  2. Pallavas

  3. Cholas

  4. Pandyas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chalukyas were a prominent dynasty that ruled in South India during the Post-Gupta period.

Who was the founder of the Chalukya dynasty?

  1. Pulakeshin I

  2. Vikramaditya I

  3. Kirtivarman I

  4. Mangalesha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pulakeshin I was the founder and first ruler of the Chalukya dynasty.

Which Chalukya ruler is known for his victory over Harshavardhana?

  1. Pulakeshin II

  2. Vikramaditya II

  3. Kirtivarman II

  4. Mangalesha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pulakeshin II, also known as Pulakeshin Vatapi, is famous for his victory over Harshavardhana in the Battle of Narmada.

What was the name of the Chalukya capital city?

  1. Badami

  2. Pattadakal

  3. Aihole

  4. Manyakheta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chalukya capital city was Badami, located in present-day Karnataka.

Which type of coins were issued by the Chalukyas?

  1. Gold coins

  2. Silver coins

  3. Copper coins

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Chalukyas issued gold, silver, and copper coins.

What were the main motifs depicted on Chalukya coins?

  1. Religious symbols

  2. Royal portraits

  3. Animals

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chalukya coins featured a variety of motifs, including religious symbols, royal portraits, and animals.

Which dynasty ruled in East India during the Post-Gupta period?

  1. Guptas

  2. Pallavas

  3. Cholas

  4. Pandyas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Guptas continued to rule in East India during the Post-Gupta period, although their power had declined.

Who was the last Gupta ruler?

  1. Vishnugupta

  2. Kumaragupta II

  3. Budhagupta

  4. Narasimhagupta Baladitya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vishnugupta was the last Gupta ruler.

What was the name of the Gupta capital city?

  1. Pataliputra

  2. Prayagraj

  3. Kannauj

  4. Ujjain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gupta capital city was Pataliputra, located in present-day Bihar.

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