Gupta Period


  1. Which among the following coin names occur in the Pratihara inscriptions ?









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    Dramma coin name occurs in the Pratihara inscriptions. Mihira Bhoja l's epithet was Srimad-Adivaraha (the fortunate primeval boar incarnation of Vishnu) and therefore there is a broad agreement amongst the scholars on the attribution of Adivaraha dramma billon coins to him. These coins have a depiction of Adivaraha on the obverse.

    Correct Option: C

    Dramma coin name occurs in the Pratihara inscriptions. Mihira Bhoja l's epithet was Srimad-Adivaraha (the fortunate primeval boar incarnation of Vishnu) and therefore there is a broad agreement amongst the scholars on the attribution of Adivaraha dramma billon coins to him. These coins have a depiction of Adivaraha on the obverse.


  1. Who among the following Rashtrakuta rulers is known to have made the 'Hiranya-garbha-dana' at Ujjaini?









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    Dantidurga, the Rashtrakuta rulers, is known to have made the 'Hiranya-garbha-dana' at Ujjaini. Rashtrakutas were subordinate to the Chahlukyas. Dantidugra, a Rashtrakuta chief, threw his Chalukyan overlord and performed Hiranya-garbha, a ritual that is thought to lead to the rebirth of the sacrifice as a Kshatriya. Dantidurga, thus, founded the Rashtrakuta empire.

    Correct Option: A

    Dantidurga, the Rashtrakuta rulers, is known to have made the 'Hiranya-garbha-dana' at Ujjaini. Rashtrakutas were subordinate to the Chahlukyas. Dantidugra, a Rashtrakuta chief, threw his Chalukyan overlord and performed Hiranya-garbha, a ritual that is thought to lead to the rebirth of the sacrifice as a Kshatriya. Dantidurga, thus, founded the Rashtrakuta empire.



  1. The Kaivarta rebellion occurred in Bengal during the reign of









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    The Kaivarta rebellion occurred in Bengal during the reign of Mahipala II. Varendra rebellion occurred during the reign of the pala emperor Mahipala II (c 1075-1080 AD) and resulted in his death and the loss of Varendra (north Bengal) to the Kaivarta chief divya. Mahipala II is said to have imprisoned his two brothers, Xurapala and Ramapala out of suspicion that Ramapala would capture royal power. The possibility of a dynastic trouble arising out of the ambition of a capable younger brother cannot be altogether ruled out.

    Correct Option: C

    The Kaivarta rebellion occurred in Bengal during the reign of Mahipala II. Varendra rebellion occurred during the reign of the pala emperor Mahipala II (c 1075-1080 AD) and resulted in his death and the loss of Varendra (north Bengal) to the Kaivarta chief divya. Mahipala II is said to have imprisoned his two brothers, Xurapala and Ramapala out of suspicion that Ramapala would capture royal power. The possibility of a dynastic trouble arising out of the ambition of a capable younger brother cannot be altogether ruled out.


  1. Who among the following has been criticized by Kalhana for confiscating the temple treasure?









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    Harsha has been criticised by Kalhana for confiscating the temple. Harsha (r.1089-1111) started out as a capable and noble king.Then ran into financial trouble because of his spending habits and became an evil person.For the gold, he started raiding temples and started destroying statues. Harsha never felt himself as a "Hindu" king as there was no people who felt themselves to be "Hindus" in those days.

    Correct Option: C

    Harsha has been criticised by Kalhana for confiscating the temple. Harsha (r.1089-1111) started out as a capable and noble king.Then ran into financial trouble because of his spending habits and became an evil person.For the gold, he started raiding temples and started destroying statues. Harsha never felt himself as a "Hindu" king as there was no people who felt themselves to be "Hindus" in those days.



  1. Which among the following is not found inscribed on Chola coins?









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    Elephant is not found inscribed on the cholas coins Rajendra Chola for son of Rajaraja, is also known as Gangaikonda Chola for his conquest of many principalities in the Genetic valley. On either side of this coin is found a bow. Below the lamp-stand, is a two line Sanskrit legend Gangai (ko) da Chalo. The other side of this coin is similar to the first side.

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    Elephant is not found inscribed on the cholas coins Rajendra Chola for son of Rajaraja, is also known as Gangaikonda Chola for his conquest of many principalities in the Genetic valley. On either side of this coin is found a bow. Below the lamp-stand, is a two line Sanskrit legend Gangai (ko) da Chalo. The other side of this coin is similar to the first side.