Fire temple is the place of worship of which of the following religion?
(A) Zoroastrianism (Persian Religion)
(B) Shinto’s
(C) Taoism
(D) Judaism
A fire temple is a place of worship in Zoroastrianism, the ancient Persian religion founded by the prophet Zoroaster (or Zarathustra). In Zoroastrianism, fire is considered a sacred and purifying element, and fire temples serve as places where adherents gather for religious rituals and ceremonies. Fire is a symbol of Ahura Mazda, the supreme deity in Zoroastrianism.
To which of the following dynasties did King Bhoja, a great patron of literature and art, belong?
(A) Paramara
(B) Gurjara Pratihara
(C) Karkota
(D) Utpala
Who founded the city of Pataliputra?
(A) Ajatshatru
(B) Bimbisara
(C) Ashoka
(D) Udayin
Udayin founded the city of Pataliputra in the 5th century. Pataliputra is now known as Patna which is the capital of Bihar. Udayin was the ruler who first established Pataliputra as the capital of Magadha.
Harisena, the author of the famous “Prayag Prashasti” adorned the court of which Gupta ruler?
(A) Samudragupta
(B) Kumar Gupta-I
(C) Chandragupta Vikramaditya
(D) Skandagupta
Harisena, the author of the famous "Prayag Prashasti," adorned the court of Samudragupta, who was a prominent ruler of the Gupta Empire in ancient India. Samudragupta ruled from around 335 to 375 CE and is often considered one of the greatest rulers of the Gupta dynasty. The "Prayag Prashasti" is an inscription that glorifies Samudragupta's achievements and military conquests, providing valuable historical insights into the Gupta period.
Which of the following is the oldest monument?
(A) Qutubminar
(B) Taj Mahal
(C) Ajanta Caves
(D) Khajuraho
People of Indus Valley Civilization worshiped?
(A) Pashupati
(B) Brahma
(C) Vishnu
(D) Indra
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