History Ancient India MCQ Test 2

1. Which ancient Indian river is considered sacred in Hinduism and is often referred to as the 'Ganges'?

2. Which ruler is known for the propagation of Buddhism beyond India?

3. During which period did the Indus Valley Civilization flourish?

4. Which ancient Indian text provides insights into the principles of love and relationships, authored by the sage Vatsyayana?

5. Which ancient Indian emperor is known for his extensive rock-cut architecture, including the Ajanta and Ellora caves?

6. Which ancient Indian queen is known for her naval expeditions and is often referred to as the 'Pirate Queen'?

7. What ancient Indian instrument, often referred to as the 'divine instrument', is associated with the god Shiva and is a symbol of time?

8. Who was the ancient Indian king known for his efforts to promote the spread of Buddhism and convened the Third Buddhist Council?

9. Which ancient Indian kingdom was renowned for its Nalanda University, a center of learning attracting scholars from various parts of the world?

10. What ancient Indian musical instrument is often associated with the Hindu goddess Saraswati and is believed to be one of the oldest string instruments?

11. Which ancient Indian poet is credited with composing the verses of the 'Shakuntala', a classic Sanskrit play?

12. Which ancient Indian river is often referred to as the 'Ganges' and holds significant religious importance in Hinduism?

13. Which ancient Indian monument is often referred to as the 'Sanchi Stupa', symbolizing the teachings of Buddhism?

14. Which ancient Indian philosopher is associated with the development of the 'Nyaya' school of logic and epistemology?

15. What ancient Indian treatise is a compilation of teachings on statecraft, military strategy, and political philosophy?

16. Which ancient Indian musical instrument is often associated with the Hindu goddess Saraswati and is believed to be one of the oldest string instruments?

17. Who was the ancient Indian poet and philosopher known for his work on the concept of Advaita Vedanta, emphasizing the oneness of the individual soul with the universal consciousness?

18. Which ancient Indian river is often referred to as the 'life-giving' river and holds significant religious importance in Hinduism?

19. Which ancient Indian warrior is known for his use of guerrilla warfare tactics against the British East India Company?

20. What ancient Indian treatise is a comprehensive guide to the principles of governance, economic policy, and statecraft?

21. Which ancient Indian festival celebrates the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and is symbolized by the lighting of lamps?

22. What ancient Indian script is one of the oldest known scripts in South Asia and was used primarily for writing Sanskrit?

23. Which ancient Indian empire was known for its maritime trade, especially with the Roman Empire?

24. In which ancient Indian text are the teachings of the four Vedas primarily compiled?

25. Who was the ancient Indian mathematician known for his work on infinite series and is credited with the discovery of the concept of zero?

26. Which ancient Indian treatise is a comprehensive guide to the principles of governance, economic policy, and statecraft?

27. Which ancient Indian festival is widely celebrated with the lighting of lamps and symbolizes the victory of light over darkness?

28. What ancient Indian festival celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters with the tying of a protective thread?

29. Who was the ancient Indian philosopher and sage credited with composing the Vedas, foundational texts of Hinduism?

30. Which ancient Indian emperor is associated with the compilation of the Sanskrit grammar text known as the Ashtadhyayi?

31. In which ancient Indian scripture are the teachings of Lord Krishna to Arjuna recorded?

32. Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire in ancient India?

33. Which ancient Indian emperor is known for sending Buddhist missions to various parts of the world?

34. Which ancient Indian philosopher and logician is credited with formulating the principles of classical Indian logic?

35. Which ancient Indian ruler is associated with the establishment of the city of Pataliputra as a major center of administration?

36. Which ancient Indian mathematician is credited with developing an early form of calculus, known as 'Kuttaka'?

37. Which ancient Indian saint and poet is credited with composing the verses of the Ramayana?

38. Which ancient Indian ruler is credited with the inscription of the Edicts of Ashoka?

39. Which ancient Indian sage is associated with the compilation of the 'Panchatantra', a collection of animal fables?

40. Who was the ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer known for his work on the concept of zero and decimal system?