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186 The first Khasi chief to declare war against the British was:
A Tirot Singh
B Bir Singha
C Hari Singh
D Birendra Singha

Answer: Option [A]

The first Khasi chief to declare war against the British was Tirot Singh. Tirot Sing, also known as U Tirot Sing Syiem born in the year 1802 and died in the year 1835, was one of the chiefs of the Khasi people in the early 19th century.

187 Who was the first king of Pala dynasty?
A Gopala
B Brahmapala
C Harshapala
D Indrapala

Answer: Option [A]

The correct answer is Gopala. Gopala was the first Pala king and founder of the dynasty. He was son of Vapyata, a warrior. Gopala was elected by a group of people. At the time of his death, Pala kingdom included Bengal and most of Bihar. He built the monastery at Odantapuri, Bihar. Considered the first Buddhist king of Bengal.

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188 Which Kamrupa king made friendship with Harshavardhan?
A Bhaskarvarman
B Naraka
C Rampal
D Bhagadatta

Answer: Option [A]

The correct answer is Bhaskarvarman. When the news of Harsha's predicament reached Bhaskar Varman, he lost no time extending a hand of friendship and an alliance with Harsha. He sent Hamsavega, his ambassador, to greet Harsha with rich presents and was also very warmly received by the latter.

189 Which famous temple is built during the reign of Salastambha dynasty?
A Bhubaneshwari Mandir
B Sri Mahabhairab Mandir
C Kamakhya Mandir
D Mohamaya Mandir

Answer: Option [B]

The correct answer is Sri Mahabhairab Mandir. The ruins of an ancient temple, believed to be from the Salastambha dynasty (675 AD-725 AD) of Assam, have been discovered by the archaeological department during excavation in Jokai, 15km on the outskirts of this town.

190 Which king honoured Bhaskar-varman at a conference held at Kanouj?
A Rampala
B Harshavardhan
C Ashoka
D None of these

Answer: Option [B]

The correct answer is Harshavardhan.

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