Q1. Which of the accompanying lords wore the title of “Avanisimha”? Q1. Which of the accompanying lords wore the title of “Avanisimha”?
(A) Simhavarman (A) Simhavarman
(B) Simhavishnu (B) Simhavishnu
(C) Mahendravarman I (C) Mahendravarman I
(D) Shiva Skanda Varma (D) Shiva Skanda Varma
Answer: (B) Simhavishnu Answer: (B) Simhavishnu
Simhavishnu was a significant king of the Pallava dynasty, reigning in South India during the late 6th century CE (approximately 575-600 CE). He is widely credited with the revival and expansion of the Pallava power, establishing their dominance in the region and laying the foundation for what is often referred to as the "Greater Pallavas." His title "Avanisimha," meaning "Lion of the Earth," signifies his military prowess and his role in consolidating the Pallava kingdom by defeating various contemporary powers like the Kalabhras and extending his rule south of Kanchipuram up to the Kaveri River. He was also a patron of arts and literature, and his reign marked the beginning of a significant period in Pallava history.Simhavishnu was a significant king of the Pallava dynasty, reigning in South India during the late 6th century CE (approximately 575-600 CE). He is widely credited with the revival and expansion of the Pallava power, establishing their dominance in the region and laying the foundation for what is often referred to as the "Greater Pallavas." His title "Avanisimha," meaning "Lion of the Earth," signifies his military prowess and his role in consolidating the Pallava kingdom by defeating various contemporary powers like the Kalabhras and extending his rule south of Kanchipuram up to the Kaveri River. He was also a patron of arts and literature, and his reign marked the beginning of a significant period in Pallava history.
Q1. Who founded the Haryanka Dynasty? Q1. Who founded the Haryanka Dynasty?
(A) Ajatashatru (A) Ajatashatru
(B) Udayin (B) Udayin
(C) Bimbisara (C) Bimbisara
(D) Shishunaga (D) Shishunaga
Answer: (C) Bimbisara Answer: (C) Bimbisara
Bimbisara, who ruled Magadha from approximately 544 BCE to 492 BCE, is widely recognized as the founder of the Haryanka Dynasty. He implemented strategic expansion policies, including conquest and matrimonial alliances, which significantly strengthened Magadha's power and laid the groundwork for its future imperial expansion. He also established an efficient administrative system and was a contemporary and patron of both Gautama Buddha and Mahavira.Bimbisara, who ruled Magadha from approximately 544 BCE to 492 BCE, is widely recognized as the founder of the Haryanka Dynasty. He implemented strategic expansion policies, including conquest and matrimonial alliances, which significantly strengthened Magadha's power and laid the groundwork for its future imperial expansion. He also established an efficient administrative system and was a contemporary and patron of both Gautama Buddha and Mahavira.
Q2. Give one-word substitution for ‘life history of a person written by another person’. Q2. Give one-word substitution for ‘life history of a person written by another person’.
(A) Autobiography (A) Autobiography
(B) Biography (B) Biography
(C) Monograph (C) Monograph
(D) Bigamy (D) Bigamy
Answer: (B) Biography Answer: (B) Biography
A biography is a written account of a person's life, written by someone other than the subject.A biography is a written account of a person's life, written by someone other than the subject.
Q3. The East India Association was set up in Q3. The East India Association was set up in
(A) 1857 (A) 1857
(B) 1866 (B) 1866
(C) 1875 (C) 1875
(D) 1885 (D) 1885
Answer: (B) 1866 Answer: (B) 1866
The East India Association was founded in 1866 by Dadabhai Naoroji in London, with the collaboration of other Indians and retired British officials. It superseded the London Indian Society and aimed to discuss Indian affairs, represent Indian grievances to the British government, and educate the British public about the true conditions in India. The Association became an important platform for early Indian nationalists to voice their concerns and advocate for Indian welfare.The East India Association was founded in 1866 by Dadabhai Naoroji in London, with the collaboration of other Indians and retired British officials. It superseded the London Indian Society and aimed to discuss Indian affairs, represent Indian grievances to the British government, and educate the British public about the true conditions in India. The Association became an important platform for early Indian nationalists to voice their concerns and advocate for Indian welfare.
Q4. When was Maniram Dewan hanged? Q4. When was Maniram Dewan hanged?
(A) 26th January 1858 (A) 26th January 1858
(B) 26th February 1958 (B) 26th February 1958
(C) 26th February 1858 (C) 26th February 1858
(D) 26th January 1958 (D) 26th January 1958
Answer: (C) 26th February 1858 Answer: (C) 26th February 1858
Maniram Dewan and Piyali Barua were charged with treason. On 26 February 1858, they were both hanged by the British in public at Jorhat. Their capital punishment shocked the entire Assam valley, which had not witnessed such public executions for a long time.Maniram Dewan and Piyali Barua were charged with treason. On 26 February 1858, they were both hanged by the British in public at Jorhat. Their capital punishment shocked the entire Assam valley, which had not witnessed such public executions for a long time.
Badan Chandra Barphukan was assassinated by Subedar Rup Singh in 1818.
Badan Chandra Barphukan was the chief of Ahom forces in Lower Assam. He betrayed the kingdom by inviting the Burmese to invade Assam. The Burmese installed him as the Prime minister.Badan Chandra Barphukan was assassinated by Subedar Rup Singh in 1818.
Badan Chandra Barphukan was the chief of Ahom forces in Lower Assam. He betrayed the kingdom by inviting the Burmese to invade Assam. The Burmese installed him as the Prime minister.
Q8. Who was the last Mughal Emperor of India? Q8. Who was the last Mughal Emperor of India?
(A) Shah Jahan (A) Shah Jahan
(B) Muhammad Shah (B) Muhammad Shah
(C) Nur Jahan (C) Nur Jahan
(D) Bahadur Shah Zafar (D) Bahadur Shah Zafar
Answer: (D) Bahadur Shah Zafar Answer: (D) Bahadur Shah Zafar
Bahadur Shah Zafar, also known as Bahadur Shah II, was the last Mughal emperor of India. He reigned from 1837 to 1857. Bahadur Shah Zafar was born on October 24, 1775 in Delhi, India and died on November 7, 1862 in Rangoon, Burma (now Yangon, Myanmar).Bahadur Shah Zafar, also known as Bahadur Shah II, was the last Mughal emperor of India. He reigned from 1837 to 1857. Bahadur Shah Zafar was born on October 24, 1775 in Delhi, India and died on November 7, 1862 in Rangoon, Burma (now Yangon, Myanmar).
Q10. Who was the founder of the Vijayanagara Empire? Q10. Who was the founder of the Vijayanagara Empire?
(A) Harihara (A) Harihara
(B) Krishnadeva Raya (B) Krishnadeva Raya
(C) Ramaraya (C) Ramaraya
(D) Vidyaranya (D) Vidyaranya
Answer: (A) Harihara Answer: (A) Harihara
Harihara and Bukka, two brothers, founded the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century, which became a powerful Hindu kingdom.Harihara and Bukka, two brothers, founded the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century, which became a powerful Hindu kingdom.