Indian History Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Who among the following constructed the Brihadeeswarar temple at Tanjore ? 

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    Rajendra I
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    Raja Raja Chola I
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    Parantaka Chola I
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    None of them
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Answer : 2. "Raja Raja Chola I "
Explanation :

Raja Raja Chola I, the great Chola emperor, constructed the Brihadeeswarar Temple at Tanjore (now known as Thanjavur) in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The temple, also known as the Peruvudaiyar Kovil, is one of the largest and most magnificent temples in India, showcasing the grandeur of Chola architecture. The construction of the Brihadeeswarar Temple was completed in 1010 CE.

Q:

Who among the following captured the whole of Sri Lanka and made it a part of Chola empire. 

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    Rajendra I
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    Raja Raja Chola I
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    Parantaka Chola I
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    None of them
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Answer : 1. "Rajendra I "
Explanation :

Rajendra I, the son of Raja Raja Chola I, is credited with capturing the whole of Sri Lanka and making it a part of the Chola Empire. He undertook successful military campaigns, extending Chola influence beyond the Indian subcontinent.

Q:

Which of the following is not a principal tool of early Stone age? 

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    Hand axes
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    Cleavers
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    Choppers
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    Scraper
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Answer : 4. "Scraper"
Explanation :

Scraper is not considered a principal tool of the early Stone Age. Hand axes, cleavers, and choppers are examples of tools that were commonly used during the early Stone Age for various purposes, including cutting and processing materials. Scraper tools are more commonly associated with the later stages of the Stone Age and were used for tasks like scraping and smoothing surfaces.

Q:

What was the original name of Nur Jahan? 

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    Zeb-un-Nissa
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    Fatima begum
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    Mehr-un-Nissa
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    Jahanara
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Answer : 3. "Mehr-un-Nissa "
Explanation :

The original name of Nur Jahan, the wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir, was:

(C) Mehr-un-Nissa

Q:

The tomb of Jahangir was built at 

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    Gujarat
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    Delhi
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    Lahore
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    Agra
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Answer : 3. "Lahore"
Explanation :

Jahangir's tomb is located in Shahdara, a suburb of Lahore, Pakistan. It is the final resting place of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir, who ruled from 1605 to 1627. The tomb is known for its intricate Mughal architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Q:

Red Cross was founded by, Which ?

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    A.Cursetji
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    Badel Powell
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    J.H.Durant
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    Trygve Lie
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Answer : 3. "J.H.Durant "
Explanation :

The Red Cross was founded by Henry Dunant, and he played a crucial role in the establishment of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in 1863. It appears there might be a slight spelling error in the answer choices, as "Durant" is more commonly spelled as "Dunant" in the context of the Red Cross founder.

Q:

Which Mughal ruler fought the Battle of Khanwa and Ghaghra?

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    Akbar
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    Aurangzeb
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    Humayun
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    Babur
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Answer : 4. "Babur"
Explanation :

Mughal emperor Babar defeated the Rajput army led by Rana Sanga of Mewar in the Battle of Khanwa (Bharatpur) in 1527.

Q:

At which one of the following places was a Shiva temple not constructed under the patronage of the Chola rulers?

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    Chidambaram
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    Thanjavur
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    Gangaikonda Cholapuram
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    Naneghat
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Answer : 4. "Naneghat"
Explanation :

1. Naneghat is a place, located in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, near Junnar in Pune.

2. The Chola Empire did not extend to this region and hence no temples were built during their reign.

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