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A historian states the following: 1. The Maurya Empire broke up soon after the death of Ashoka. 2. Several new kingdoms emerged from former Mauryan territories. 3. Political fragmentation was followed by cultural decline. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

After the Mauryas, many regional kingdoms emerged, but this period also witnessed remarkable growth in art, architecture, literature and trade rather than cultural decline.

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Question (2)

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A king allows a horse to wander freely into neighbouring kingdoms. Wherever the horse moves without being stopped, those regions become part of his kingdom. Which Vedic ritual is being described?

(A) Rajasuya Yajna
(B) Vajapeya Yajna
(C) Ashvamedha Yajna
(D) Agnihotra

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The Ashvamedha Yajna symbolised the political supremacy of a ruler. Any king stopping the horse had to fight a battle.

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Question (3)

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Which of the following best explains why the Satavahanas became economically prosperous?

(A) They depended mainly on hunting and forest products.
(B) They controlled fertile river valleys and promoted inland as well as maritime trade.
(C) They discouraged foreign trade.
(D) They collected revenue only through land tax.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Agriculture flourished in the Krishna–Godavari basin, while maritime trade with the Roman Empire generated great wealth.

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Question (4)

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A Satavahana coin showing a ship with two masts suggests that the dynasty

(A) focused mainly on mountain trade.
(B) had advanced shipbuilding and overseas trade.
(C) discouraged sea voyages.
(D) imported all its food grains.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Ships on Satavahana coins indicate flourishing maritime trade and advanced navigation.

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Question (5)

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Study the following sequence: Puṣhyamitra Śhunga → Gautamīputra Sātakarṇi → Kharavela → Karikala Which ruler among them is correctly matched with a major irrigation project?

(A) Puṣhyamitra Śhunga – Bharhut Stupa
(B) Gautamīputra Sātakarṇi – Karla Caves
(C) Kharavela – Hathigumpha Inscription
(D) Karikala – Kallanai (Grand Anicut)

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Karikala Chola built the famous Kallanai (Grand Anicut), one of the world's oldest functioning water diversion systems.

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Question (6)

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If a trader from the Roman Empire wanted to purchase spices, pearls and sandalwood from a powerful Deccan kingdom, he would most likely visit the kingdom of the

(A) Indo-Greeks
(B) Satavahanas
(C) Kushanas
(D) Shungas

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

The Satavahanas maintained active trade with the Roman Empire and exported spices, textiles, sandalwood, ivory and pearls.

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Question (7)

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Read the statements carefully. Assertion

(A) Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A.
(B) Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.
(C) A is true, but R is false.
(D) A is false, but R is true.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The Hathigumpha inscription records Kharavela's victories, welfare activities and respect for different sects, reflecting his inclusive rule.

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Question (8)

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Which situation best reflects the cultural assimilation that took place during the Age of Reorganisation?

(A) Foreign rulers completely replaced Indian traditions.
(B) Indian rulers stopped interacting with foreign cultures.
(C) Foreign rulers adopted Indian beliefs while Indian art also absorbed foreign influences.
(D) Indian kingdoms prohibited foreign merchants from entering India.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Indo-Greek and Kushana rulers adopted Indian deities and traditions, while Indian art incorporated Greek artistic features.

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Question (9)

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A student compares the Gandhara and Mathura Schools of Art and writes the following observations: 1. Gandhara sculptures generally used grey-black schist stone. 2. Mathura sculptures mainly used red sandstone. 3. Gandhara style showed stronger Greek influence than Mathura style. Which of the above observations are correct?

(A) 1 only
(B) 1 and 2 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Gandhara combined Greco-Roman and Indian styles using schist stone, whereas Mathura used red sandstone and retained a stronger indigenous style.

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Question (10)

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A ruler issues coins showing Buddha on one side and himself on the other. Which conclusion is most appropriate?

(A) The ruler wanted to discourage religious diversity.
(B) The ruler intended to promote only one religion.
(C) The ruler recognised the importance of religious traditions and used symbols to strengthen his rule.
(D) The coins were issued only for decorative purposes.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Kushana rulers, especially Kanishka, used images of Buddha, Shiva and other deities on coins, reflecting religious inclusiveness and political legitimacy.

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Question (1)

A historian states the following: 1. The Maurya Empire broke up soon after the death of Ashoka. 2. Several new kingdoms emerged from former Mauryan territories. 3. Political fragmentation was followed by cultural decline. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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Question (2)

A king allows a horse to wander freely into neighbouring kingdoms. Wherever the horse moves without being stopped, those regions become part of his kingdom. Which Vedic ritual is being described?

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Question (3)

Which of the following best explains why the Satavahanas became economically prosperous?

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Question (4)

A Satavahana coin showing a ship with two masts suggests that the dynasty

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Question (5)

Study the following sequence: Puṣhyamitra Śhunga → Gautamīputra Sātakarṇi → Kharavela → Karikala Which ruler among them is correctly matched with a major irrigation project?

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Question (6)

If a trader from the Roman Empire wanted to purchase spices, pearls and sandalwood from a powerful Deccan kingdom, he would most likely visit the kingdom of the

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Question (7)

Read the statements carefully. Assertion

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Question (8)

Which situation best reflects the cultural assimilation that took place during the Age of Reorganisation?

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Question (10)

A ruler issues coins showing Buddha on one side and himself on the other. Which conclusion is most appropriate?

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