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In whose kingdom were the caves of Nashik and Karle situated?
The Viharas and Cave Chaityas of Nashik, Karle, and Bhaja built during the Satavahana period are beautiful examples of art.
State the completely true statement about Arikamedu- 1. It was located in Puducherry. 2. Arikamedu was an important port. 3. Vessels like amphora were found here. 4. Items related to the Roman Empire (Greco-Roman context) were found here. 5. The kings here were of the Chera dynasty.
About 2200 to 1900 years ago, Arikamedu was a port where goods were unloaded from ships that came from far away. Vessels like amphora of the Mediterranean region have been found here. Also, stamped red-glossy pottery like 'Arretine' ware has been found here. Roman lamps, glassware, and gems have also been found here.
Which Purana has the longest list of Andhra Satavahana rulers-
The names of a total of thirty Satavahana kings are found in the Puranas, of which the longest list of 19 kings is found in the Matsya Purana.
Which of the following dynasties came after the Mauryas?
The Shunga dynasty was a ruling dynasty of ancient India that ruled after the Mauryan dynasty. Its rule lasted in North India until 184 BC, i.e., for 112 years. Pushyamitra Shunga was the first ruler of this dynasty.
The Post-Mauryan period was a period of economic development and prosperity. In which of the following contemporary sources are approximately seventy-five occupations mentioned?
The important Pali text 'Milindapanho' was composed by the Buddhist monk Nagasena as a dialogue between him and King Milinda, which provides information about the Indo-Greek ruler Milinda (Menander). Milindapanho, written by Buddhist monk Nagasena, describes the conversation between Nagasena and the Indo-Greek ruler Menander. It mentions 75 occupations.
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Who was the last ruler of the Haryanka dynasty:
Nagadasak, the last ruler of the Haryanka dynasty, was deposed by a capable minister named Shishunaga.
Which of the following was the second capital of the Kushans of ancient India?
Purushapura (modern Peshawar, located in present-day Pakistan) was the main capital of the Kushans. Mathura, Taxila, and Kapisa (Begram) were its other capitals.
Which art style originated from the fusion of Indian and Greek art styles?
The blend of Indian and Greek forms resulted in the Gandhara style. The main patrons of this art style were the Shakas and Kushans. Because the subject of this art is exclusively Buddhist, it is called Indo-Greek or Greco-Roman. Its sculptures have Indian Buddhist subjects, but Greek style is used in their construction. Most Gandhara sculptures are made of slate stone.
What was the capital of King Bimbisara's rule?
To protect Magadha from the fear of invasion by the Vajjis, Bimbisara, the founder of the Haryanka dynasty of Magadha, made Rajgriha his capital instead of Girivraja.
The first Iranian ruler who brought some part of India under his control?
The Iranian ruler Darius I (522-486 BC) was the first to bring a part of India under his control. According to Herodotus, the entire Indus Valley region was included in Darius I's empire, and it extended to the desert of Rajputana. According to the inscriptions of Persepolis and Behistun, Punjab was also included in his empire.
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Which Satavahana ruler described himself as a unique Brahmin (Eka-Bamhana) and the destroyer of the pride of Kshatriyas?
Gautamiputra Shatakarni, in his Nasik inscription, described himself as 'Eka-Brahmana' (unique Brahmin) and the destroyer of the pride of Kshatriyas.
In Sangam-era literature, for whom were Kon, Ko, and Mannan used?
In the Sangam period, the king was called 'Kon', 'Ko', 'Mannan', 'Vendan', 'Karavan', or 'Iravan'.
Who established the Kushan dynasty-
The Kushan dynasty was established by Kujula Kadphises.
Sangam literature is associated with which state of India?
Sangam refers to an 'assembly of poets'. The Tamil literature composed by poets in these 'assemblies' (Sangams) is called 'Sangam literature'. In the Sangam age, three Sangams were organized in South India (Tamil Nadu) under the patronage of the Pandya kings. Therefore, the Pandya rulers are called the patrons of Sangam literature.
'Sangam literature' is related to which Indian language?
Sangam literature is related to the Tamil language. It is ancient Tamil literature that developed under the patronage of the Pandya kings of South India.
By which Mauryan army commander was the Shunga dynasty established?
Pushyamitra Shunga was the commander-in-chief of the last Mauryan emperor Brihadratha. He assassinated Brihadratha in 185 BC and established the Shunga dynasty.
Choose Kanishka's court poet who authored the biography of Buddha, 'Buddhacharita'?
Ashvaghosha was the court poet of Kanishka. He authored important Buddhist works like 'Buddhacharita' and 'Saundarananda'.
Who was the author of the Tamil epic 'Manimekalai'?
The Tamil epic Manimekalai was written by Sattanar about 1400 years ago. It is the story of Kovalan and Madhavi's daughter. The Tamil epic Silappadikaram was composed by a poet named Ilango. It contains the story of a merchant named Kovalan.
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