The Kingdom of Kanchi

Description: The Kingdom of Kanchi was a powerful ancient kingdom located in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The kingdom is known for its rich history, culture, and contributions to art, literature, and music. This quiz will test your knowledge about the Kingdom of Kanchi.
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Which dynasty founded the Kingdom of Kanchi?

  1. Pallava dynasty

  2. Chola dynasty

  3. Pandya dynasty

  4. Chera dynasty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pallava dynasty founded the Kingdom of Kanchi in the 3rd century CE.

Who was the most famous ruler of the Kingdom of Kanchi?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Rajasimha

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman I, also known as Mamalla, was the most famous ruler of the Kingdom of Kanchi. He is known for his military conquests and his patronage of art and architecture.

Which city served as the capital of the Kingdom of Kanchi?

  1. Kanchipuram

  2. Chennai

  3. Madurai

  4. Thanjavur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kanchipuram served as the capital of the Kingdom of Kanchi.

What was the main religion of the Kingdom of Kanchi?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism was the main religion of the Kingdom of Kanchi.

Which language was spoken in the Kingdom of Kanchi?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Kannada

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil was the language spoken in the Kingdom of Kanchi.

What was the main economic activity of the Kingdom of Kanchi?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Manufacturing

  4. Mining


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the main economic activity of the Kingdom of Kanchi.

Which dynasty succeeded the Pallava dynasty in the Kingdom of Kanchi?

  1. Chola dynasty

  2. Pandya dynasty

  3. Chera dynasty

  4. Rashtrakuta dynasty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chola dynasty succeeded the Pallava dynasty in the Kingdom of Kanchi.

What was the name of the famous temple built by the Pallava dynasty in Kanchipuram?

  1. Kailasanatha Temple

  2. Ekambareswarar Temple

  3. Varadharaja Perumal Temple

  4. Kamakshi Amman Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kailasanatha Temple is a famous temple built by the Pallava dynasty in Kanchipuram.

Which Pallava king is known for his contributions to Tamil literature?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Rajasimha

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahendravarman I is known for his contributions to Tamil literature.

What was the name of the famous Pallava artist who created the Shore Temple in Mamallapuram?

  1. Rajasimha

  2. Nandivarman II

  3. Perunthachan

  4. Mamandur


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Perunthachan is the famous Pallava artist who created the Shore Temple in Mamallapuram.

Which Pallava king is known for his military conquests and his patronage of art and architecture?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Rajasimha

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman I is known for his military conquests and his patronage of art and architecture.

What was the name of the famous Pallava queen who ruled the kingdom after the death of her husband, Nandivarman II?

  1. Sembiyan Mahadevi

  2. Kundavai Pirattiyar

  3. Vanavan Mahadevi

  4. Uthama Chola


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sembiyan Mahadevi is the famous Pallava queen who ruled the kingdom after the death of her husband, Nandivarman II.

Which Pallava king is known for his construction of the Pancha Rathas in Mamallapuram?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Rajasimha

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimhavarman I is known for his construction of the Pancha Rathas in Mamallapuram.

What was the name of the famous Pallava poet who wrote the epic poem, Perunkathai?

  1. Ilango Adigal

  2. Thiruvalluvar

  3. Kapilar

  4. Bharathiyar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ilango Adigal is the famous Pallava poet who wrote the epic poem, Perunkathai.

Which Pallava king is known for his construction of the Kailasanatha Temple in Kanchipuram?

  1. Mahendravarman I

  2. Narasimhavarman I

  3. Rajasimha

  4. Nandivarman II


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rajasimha is known for his construction of the Kailasanatha Temple in Kanchipuram.

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