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Archaeology of the Mauryan Empire

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge of the archaeology of the Mauryan Empire, one of the largest and most powerful empires in ancient India.
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Which city served as the capital of the Mauryan Empire?

  1. Pataliputra

  2. Taxila

  3. Ujjain

  4. Mathura


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pataliputra, located in present-day Bihar, was the capital of the Mauryan Empire.

Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandragupta Maurya, a former general of Alexander the Great, founded the Mauryan Empire in 321 BCE.

Which of the following is not a major Mauryan rock edict?

  1. The Edicts of Ashoka

  2. The Rock Edicts of Bhabru

  3. The Rock Edicts of Taxila

  4. The Rock Edicts of Junagadh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Rock Edicts of Junagadh are not a major Mauryan rock edict, but rather a set of inscriptions from the Western Satraps period.

What was the primary material used for the construction of Mauryan stupas?

  1. Stone

  2. Brick

  3. Wood

  4. Mud


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mauryan stupas were primarily constructed using brick, with some examples also incorporating stone.

Which Mauryan emperor is known for his conversion to Buddhism and his promotion of non-violence?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ashoka, the grandson of Chandragupta Maurya, is known for his conversion to Buddhism and his promotion of non-violence.

What was the name of the Mauryan capital city located in present-day Pakistan?

  1. Taxila

  2. Pataliputra

  3. Ujjain

  4. Mathura


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Taxila, located in present-day Pakistan, was a major Mauryan capital city and a center of learning and culture.

Which Mauryan emperor is known for his military conquests and the expansion of the empire?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bindusara, the son of Chandragupta Maurya, is known for his military conquests and the expansion of the Mauryan Empire.

What was the primary purpose of the Mauryan pillar inscriptions?

  1. To record historical events

  2. To mark territorial boundaries

  3. To commemorate victories

  4. To promote religious beliefs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mauryan pillar inscriptions were primarily used to record historical events and the achievements of the Mauryan emperors.

Which Mauryan emperor is known for his construction of the Great Stupa at Sanchi?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ashoka is known for his construction of the Great Stupa at Sanchi, one of the most important Buddhist monuments in India.

What was the administrative division of the Mauryan Empire known as?

  1. Provinces

  2. Districts

  3. Counties

  4. States


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mauryan Empire was divided into provinces, each governed by a governor appointed by the emperor.

Which Mauryan emperor is known for his patronage of art and architecture?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ashoka is known for his patronage of art and architecture, including the construction of numerous stupas and pillars.

What was the primary language used in the Mauryan Empire?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Prakrit

  3. Pali

  4. Tamil


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Prakrit was the primary language used in the Mauryan Empire, with Sanskrit being used for religious and literary purposes.

Which Mauryan emperor is known for his diplomatic relations with the Hellenistic kingdoms?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bindusara is known for his diplomatic relations with the Hellenistic kingdoms, including the Seleucid Empire.

What was the name of the Mauryan emperor who succeeded Ashoka?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Bindusara

  3. Kunala

  4. Jalauka


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kunala, the son of Ashoka, succeeded him as the emperor of the Mauryan Empire.

Which Mauryan emperor is known for his construction of the Iron Pillar of Delhi?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Samudragupta is known for his construction of the Iron Pillar of Delhi, a remarkable example of ancient metallurgy.

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