Archaeological Sources of Indian History - GK Multiple Choice Questions and Answers

56 The Ashoka major rock edicts which tell us about the Sangam Kingdom include rock edicts:

A I and X

B I and XI

C II and XIII

D II and XIV

Answer: Option [C]

57 Which one of the following dynasties was ruling over North India at the time of Alexander’s invasion ?

A Kanva

B Sunga

C Maurya

D Nanda

Answer: Option [D]

58 Emperor Harsha’s southward march was stopped on the Narmada river by:

A Vikramaditya-I

B Vikramaditya-II

C Pulakesin-I

D Pulakesin-II

Answer: Option [D]

59 Who among the following laid the foundation of Rashtrakuta Empire ?

A Dhruva

B Dantidurga

C Krishna I

D Amostghavarsha I

Answer: Option [B]

60 Which of the following were common to both Buddhism and Jainism ?

I. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment

II. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas

III. Denial of efficacy of rituals

IV. Non-injury to animal life

Select the answer using the codes given below:

A 1, 2, 3 and 4

B 2, 3, and 4

C 1, 3, and 4

D 3 and 4

Answer: Option [B]

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