Static Quiz 12 November 2024
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Static Quiz 12 November 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
With reference to the King Harshavardhana of Vardhana dynasty, consider the following statements:
1. King Harshavardhana was the founder of the Pushyabhuti Dynasty or the Vardhana Dynasty during the 7th
century A.D.
2. Fa-Hien, a famous Chinese traveler visited India during the Harshavardhana period and studied at Nalanda
University.
3. He defeated Chalukya king, Pulakesin II, and extended his kingdom beyond the Narmada river to the south.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
The Pushyabhutis, or Vardhana dynasty of Thanesar, emerged as a significant ruling family following the decline of the Gupta Empire, with Thanesar (Thanesvara in Kurukshetra) serving as their capital. The dynasty rose to prominence under Prabhakarvardhana, who defeated the Hunas and consolidated his power in Punjab and Haryana. Thus, statement 1 is incorrect.Following his death, his son Rajyavardhana ascended the throne but was deceitfully killed by Shashanka, the king of Bengal and Bihar. Harshavardhana then took the throne in AD 606 at the age of sixteen. Despite his youth, he demonstrated his prowess as a formidable warrior and competent administrator.
There are two notable sources that provide detailed insights into Harshavardhana’s reign from 606 to 647: the “Harshacarita,” authored by his court poet Banabhatta, and “Si-Yu-Ki,” the travelogue of the Chinese Buddhist pilgrim Hsuan Tsang, who visited India between AD 629–644. Therefore, statement 2 is incorrect.Following his accession, Harshavardhana merged his kingdom with that of his widowed sister Rajayashri and relocated his capital to Kanauj, proclaiming himself as the lord of the north (sakalauttarapathanatha). His rule extended over Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa, and he aimed to expand further into the Deccan.
However, his ambitions were thwarted by Pulakesin II, the Chalukya ruler, at the Narmada River, which marked the southern boundary of his territory. Harsha’s death in AD 647 led to a period of political turmoil that lasted until the eighth century when the Gurjara Pratiharas, a Rajput dynasty, rose to prominence in northern India. Thus, statement 3 is also incorrect.IncorrectAnswer: D
The Pushyabhutis, or Vardhana dynasty of Thanesar, emerged as a significant ruling family following the decline of the Gupta Empire, with Thanesar (Thanesvara in Kurukshetra) serving as their capital. The dynasty rose to prominence under Prabhakarvardhana, who defeated the Hunas and consolidated his power in Punjab and Haryana. Thus, statement 1 is incorrect.Following his death, his son Rajyavardhana ascended the throne but was deceitfully killed by Shashanka, the king of Bengal and Bihar. Harshavardhana then took the throne in AD 606 at the age of sixteen. Despite his youth, he demonstrated his prowess as a formidable warrior and competent administrator.
There are two notable sources that provide detailed insights into Harshavardhana’s reign from 606 to 647: the “Harshacarita,” authored by his court poet Banabhatta, and “Si-Yu-Ki,” the travelogue of the Chinese Buddhist pilgrim Hsuan Tsang, who visited India between AD 629–644. Therefore, statement 2 is incorrect.Following his accession, Harshavardhana merged his kingdom with that of his widowed sister Rajayashri and relocated his capital to Kanauj, proclaiming himself as the lord of the north (sakalauttarapathanatha). His rule extended over Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa, and he aimed to expand further into the Deccan.
However, his ambitions were thwarted by Pulakesin II, the Chalukya ruler, at the Narmada River, which marked the southern boundary of his territory. Harsha’s death in AD 647 led to a period of political turmoil that lasted until the eighth century when the Gurjara Pratiharas, a Rajput dynasty, rose to prominence in northern India. Thus, statement 3 is also incorrect. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements in the context of a ruler of Bahamani Kingdom:
1. He was a good calligraphist and a poet and often composed extempore verses.
2. He was a contemporary of King Deva Raya I of the Vijayanagara kingdom.
3. He encouraged the pursuit of astronomy and built an observatory near Daulatabad.
Which one of the following personalities is being referred to in the statements given above?CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Kalpasutra and the Kalakacharya- Katha, the two very popular texts belong to which of the following sects?
CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
In the context of the Mauryan age, the term sannidhata refers to:
CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about Zabti and Dahsala system:
1. Under the Dahsala system, the average produce of different crops, as well as the average prices prevailing over the last 10 years, were calculated.
2. The Dahsala system was the further development of the Zabti system.
3. The Zabti system is also known as Todar Mal’s bandobast.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
