The Kingdom of Avanti

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Which of the following cities was the capital of Avanti?

  1. Ujjain

  2. Mahishmati

  3. Indore

  4. Bhopal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ujjain was the capital of Avanti during its peak.

Who was the founder of the Avanti kingdom?

  1. King Shishunaga

  2. King Ajatashatru

  3. King Bimbisara

  4. King Udayana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

King Shishunaga founded the Avanti kingdom in the 6th century BCE.

Which of the following dynasties ruled Avanti?

  1. Shishunaga dynasty

  2. Nanda dynasty

  3. Maurya dynasty

  4. Gupta dynasty


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Shishunaga dynasty and the Nanda dynasty ruled Avanti.

What was the extent of the Avanti kingdom at its peak?

  1. Central India

  2. Northern India

  3. Southern India

  4. Eastern India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Avanti's territory spanned across central India.

Which of the following rivers flowed through the Avanti kingdom?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Narmada

  4. Godavari


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Narmada river flowed through the Avanti kingdom.

What was the main occupation of the people of Avanti?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Mining

  4. Manufacturing


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Agriculture and trade were the main occupations of the people of Avanti.

Which of the following crops was extensively cultivated in Avanti?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Cotton

  4. Sugarcane


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Wheat and cotton were extensively cultivated in Avanti.

What was the main religion practiced in Avanti?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism were the main religions practiced in Avanti.

Which of the following cities was a major center of Buddhism in Avanti?

  1. Ujjain

  2. Mahishmati

  3. Indore

  4. Bhopal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ujjain was a major center of Buddhism in Avanti.

What was the name of the famous Buddhist stupa built in Avanti?

  1. Sanchi Stupa

  2. Bharhut Stupa

  3. Amaravati Stupa

  4. Nagarjunakonda Stupa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sanchi Stupa is a famous Buddhist stupa built in Avanti.

Which of the following kings of Avanti was a contemporary of Alexander the Great?

  1. King Pradyota

  2. King Mahapadma Nanda

  3. King Dhana Nanda

  4. King Chandragupta Maurya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

King Dhana Nanda was a contemporary of Alexander the Great.

In which year did Alexander the Great invade Avanti?

  1. 326 BCE

  2. 325 BCE

  3. 324 BCE

  4. 323 BCE


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alexander the Great invaded Avanti in 326 BCE.

What was the outcome of Alexander's invasion of Avanti?

  1. He conquered Avanti

  2. He was defeated by the Avanti army

  3. He made a treaty with the Avanti king

  4. He retreated from Avanti


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alexander retreated from Avanti after facing stiff resistance from the Avanti army.

Which of the following empires annexed Avanti?

  1. Maurya Empire

  2. Gupta Empire

  3. Kushan Empire

  4. Delhi Sultanate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Maurya Empire annexed Avanti in the 4th century BCE.

What was the legacy of the Avanti kingdom?

  1. Its rich cultural heritage

  2. Its architectural marvels

  3. Its contributions to literature and art

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Avanti kingdom left behind a rich cultural heritage, architectural marvels, and contributions to literature and art.

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