Q 24. Ancient Indian Rulers and Their Titles (Ancient History)
Q24. Who among the following rulers in ancient India had assumed the titles 'Mattavilasa', 'Vichitrachitta' and 'Gunabhara'?
2. Vichitrachitta: This title signifies his creative and artistic inclinations, as he was a patron of the arts and architecture, contributing to the development of the Dravidian style.
3. Gunabhara: This title highlights his virtues and qualities as a ruler, emphasizing his wisdom and benevolence.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option A: Mahendravarman I.
Q 26. Chola Conquest of Srivijaya (Ancient History)
Q26. Who among the following led a successful military campaign against the kingdom of Srivijaya, the powerful maritime State, which ruled the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java and the neighbouring islands?
- Rajendra I (Chola) led a successful military campaign against the kingdom of Srivijaya, a powerful maritime state that controlled the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java, and neighboring islands.
- This campaign is historically significant as it marked the expansion of the Chola Empire beyond the Indian subcontinent, showcasing their naval prowess.
- The Chola expedition to Srivijaya occurred in the early 11th century, around 1025 CE, under the leadership of Rajendra Chola I.
- The campaign aimed to establish Chola dominance over the maritime trade routes and to assert their influence in Southeast Asia.
- The success of this campaign enhanced the prestige and power of the Chola dynasty, making them a formidable force in the region.
Q . South India
With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as :
Q . South India
Which one of the following was a very important seaport in the Kakatiya kingdom?
Q . South India
India maintained its early cultural contacts and trade links with Southeast Asia across Bay of Bengal. For this pre-eminence of early maritime history of Bay of Bengal, which of the following could be the most convincing explanation/ explanations?
Q . South India
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists: List-I (Famous Temple) A. Vidyashankara temple B. Rajarani temple C. Kandariya Mahadeo temple D. Bhimesvara temple List-II (State) 1. Andhra Pradesh 2. Karnataka 3. Madhya Pradesh 4. Orissa Code: A B C D a) 2 4 3 1 b) 2 3 4 1 c) 1 4 3 2 d) 1 3 4 2
Q . South India
Consider the following statements:
1. The Cholas defeated Pandya and Chera rulers and established their domination over peninsular India in the early medieval times.
2. The Cholas sent an expedition against Shailendra Empire of South East Asia and conquered some of the areas.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
- Between 985–1016 AD Cholas defeated the Chera armies at multiple locations (such as at Kandalur, Vizhinjam).
- Chola king Parantaka defeated the Pandyas in 910 AD.
- Chola king Rajendra Chola - I sent a naval expedition to Indo-china, the Malay Peninsula and Indonesia in 1025 AD to subdue Srivijaya from Sailendra Dynasty.
Q . South India
Which one of the Chola kings conquered Ceylon?
Q . South India
A: The Ahm and Puram poems of the Padinen Kilukanakku group formed a continuation of the Sangam composition. R: They were included under the Post-Sangam works as against the Sangam works proper.
Q . South India
Which one of the following was a corporation of merchants in ancient India?