Ancient History GK Quiz with Answers

1. The Khilji dynasty, founded by Jalal-ud-din Firoz Khalji, ruled large parts of the Indian subcontinent between 1290 and 1320.

2. The use of slaves by the Delhi Sultans was criticized by the elites in the state.

3. Unity in the vast empire of the Sultanate depended on trusted administrators and governors.

After the rebellion of 1857, the British handed over all the rights of the East India Company to the British Empire so that Indian affairs could be handled in a better way.

1. Sabarimala Temple is a famous temple in Kerala.

2. It is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa.

2. It is the 'sacred abode of Lord Ayyappa' and one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites in India.

3. The temple is open to people of all religions.

4. It is open for worship only during the days of Mandal Puja, Makaravilakku, Vishu and the first day of every Malayalam month.

5. Before visiting Sabarimala, pilgrims have to observe celibacy for 41 days.

1. Golden Temple is located in Punjab.

2. The Golden Temple was established by the fourth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Ram Das in 1577 AD.

3. It was built on a plot of land where three different rivers met, which is why the names of the holy rivers are part of the name Amritsar.

4. Buildings have been added to over the years and now cover an area of 28 acres.

5. Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, is built in the form of a pool (sarovar), with the Guru Granth Sahib seated on a raised platform or throne.

6. Sarovar represents the body of the Supreme Creator Lord, who is situated at the origin of all existence.

7. It is said that Guru Gobind Ji created "Khalsa Panth".

Guru Nanak had predicted that the day would come when his people would be tested by their faith in God.

1. Tabaqat-e-Nasiri is a history book which is in Persian language. Which was composed by Minaj-us-Siraj.

2. Minhaj had dedicated this work to the ruler of the Ghulam dynasty, Naseeruddin Mahmood.

Expl:– Chanhudaro was the only city of Indus without fortification. It was situated on the left bank of Indus river. The large quantity of cosmetics was found here. This was an industrial city. An impressive worshop recognised as Bead making factory, was found at chanhudaro which included a furnace.

1. The Sun Temple of Konark was built in the 13th century during the reign of King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty and is located in the Puri district of Odisha state.

2. This temple is dedicated to Lord Surya and is known for its huge size and unique architecture.

3. The temple was built in the form of a huge chariot, the roof of which was decorated with 12 huge ratha-chakras.

4. The walls of the temple were decorated with sculptures of gods and goddesses and mythological scenes.

5. The temple was destroyed by a cyclone in the 15th century.

6. The temple was rebuilt in the 1980s.

7. Konark Sun Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

1. India's first English language newspaper was Hicky's Bengal Gazette.

2. It was published by James Augustus Hickey on January 29, 1780 from Calcutta.

3. This paper published political and commercial news.

1. The place where Dandi Salt March was carried out is today located in Gujarat state of India.

2. This place is on the coast of Arabian Sea near Dandi city.

3. Dandi March lasted from March 12, 1930 to April 6, 1930.

4. This journey was led by Mahatma Gandhi.

5. The purpose of this journey was to protest against the salt monopoly imposed by the British government.

1. The great Sanskrit master, Mahakavi Kalidasa wrote Abhijnana Shakuntalam.

2. This immortal love story is also the foundation of India's rich socio-cultural education.

3. It is a Sanskrit play that tells the love story of King Dushyant and Shakuntala.