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South Indian Kingdoms — UPSC Prelims Ancient & Medieval previous year questions — page 2

68 solved previous year questions on South Indian Kingdoms, papers from 1991 to 2021, drawn from UPPCS, UPSC CSE Prelims, State PCS. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #41Practice set
   Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Pallava Kingdom? 1. Kailashnath temple at Kanchipuram was constructed by Pallava ruler N arasimhavarman-II. 2. Hiuen tsang visited kanchipuram during the reign of Pallava ruler Narsimhanvarman-1. lliilt 3. Pallavas were devotees of Shaiva and Vishnu and were intolerant towards Buddhism.Select the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1 only
   • B1 and 2 only
   • C2 only
   • D2 and 3 only
   Answer: (B) 1 and 2 only
   Explanation

   Option bis the correct 1 is correct. Kailashnath temple at constructed by Pallava ruler Narasimhavarman or Rajsimha. He also constructed Shore temple Statement 2 is correct. Hiuen tsang visited the reign of pallava ruler Narsimhanvarman-1. scription of Kanchi is vivid. He described about the monasteries 3 is incorrect. Pallavas were devotees of vedic sacrifices But tbey towards Buddhism and Jainisrn. was a follower of Jainism in his early was converted to Shaivism by the influence of the

2. #42Practice set
   With reference to the Imperial Cholas, consider the following statements: 1. They were one of the dynasties ruling South India during the Sangam Age. 2. They extended Indian rule over Ceylon. 3. Their founder was a former feudatory of the Chalukyas.How many of the statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (A) Only one
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct answer Statement 1 is incorrect: The Imperial Cholas refer to the royal dynasty ruling over South India, especially the region then known as Tondaimandalam between the 10th and 12th centuries CE. They were a surviving branch of the Cholas, a tribe that used to rule a part of South India during the Sangam Age (300 BCE - 300 CE). The Sangam Age occurred much before the existence of the Imperial Cholas. Statement 2 is correct: Cholas of the 10th century conquered foreign lands, ruled them and spreading Indian culture in those lands. These lands included Ceylon (Sri Lanka) and countries around the Malay Peninsula - like Java, Sumatra, Bali, Cambodia, etc. Statement 3 is incorrect: The Imperial Cholas were former feudatories of the Pallavas, not the Chalukyas. Important Tips The Imperial Cholas were one of the regional dynasties ruling areas of South India in the 10th

3. #43Practice set
   'He was one of the most illustrious rulers of the Imperial Chola dynasty. He defeated the combined armies of his enemies - the Pandyas and Ceylon at the famous Battle of Vellore. He assumed the title of Maduraikonda. The Western Ganga's, Kodumbalur chiefs and the ruler of Kerala were his political allies. The famous Uttaramerur inscriptions have also been attributed to his reign. He is credited with providing the golden roof for the vimana of the Nataraja Temple at Chidambaram. Which of the following rulers from the Chbfa empir'e is 'being described in the above paragraph?
   • ARajaraja I (b) Kulottunga I
   • BOnly two
   • CRajendra I
   • DParantaka I 7
   Answer: (D) Parantaka I 7
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct answer. Parantaka I was one of the most illustrious rulers from the early days of the Imperial Chola dynasty. He was the son of Aditya I Chola. He reigned from 907 to 953 CE, and the famous Uttaramerur inscriptions, which give details about the system of local governance in villages of Chola empire (dating to approx 920 CE) belong to his reign. He was a great builder of temples and is credited with providing the golden roof for the vimana of the Nataraja Temple at Chidambaram (a Dravidian style Temple). He captured Madurai by defeating Pandyas, the longtime enemies of the Chola and assum ed the titles Maduraikonda (capturer of Madurai) Madurantaka (destroyer of Madurai). His reign was marked by 2 important battles

4. #44Practice set
   With reference to the social conditions during the time of the Imperial Chofas, consider the following statements: 1. Unlike north residential quarters in Chola settlements were not segregated based on caste. 2. Compared to its contemporary North Indian societies, conditions of the Shudra Varna were better in the Chola society. 3. The Chola society had a twofold caste division based on profession. 4. There was no practise of untouchability in the Chola society.How many of the statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • COnly three
   • DAll four
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct 1 is incorrect: Much like the Indian society, in Chola society too, there and distinctions based on castes, which linked to the professions of 2 is correct: The Shudras in the Chola identified with the Vellalas. The vellalas were and practised agric ulture and were more well off than the Shudras in North Indian economic strength gave th em a better say in and improved their social standing. Thus, they subject to much of the issues that the Shudras in society had to 3 is correct: Other than the concept of that became a part of South Indian society as Chola society had a supra-caste dichotomy, above the regular Varna divisions. The society into two caste groups

5. #45Practice set
   With reference to the external relations of the Imperial Cholas, consider the following statements: 1. The Cholas were the first to introduce Indian culture and Hinduism to the Malay Archipelago. 2. Throughout their history, Sailendra dynasty of Malay peninsula had cordial relations with the Chola empire. 3. China was the only Asian country not on friendly terms with the Cholas. j ]How many of the statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (D) None
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct l is iucon-ect: Indians had been in touch East Asia since the 5th century CE, when many colonising countries of the Indochina (Laos, Thailand, etc) and the Malay Archipelago Bali, etc). They settled as traders and in of them conquered these territories starting their like the Kamboja, Sri Vijaya and the etc. These were responsible for introducing (languages like Sanskrit, literatu re like etc, religious philosophies such as Buddhism, etc). So Indian culture had in these regions before the military conquest by the Cholas. Hence this statement 2 is incorrect: The Sailendra dynasty, rnled peninsula, had cordial relations with the However, it must be noted that later on, as th dynasty was ruling the Sri Vijaya empire, they conflict with the Cholas, as Rajendra I successfully military expedition to conquer the Malay peninsula Sri Vijaya 3 is incorrect: The Cholas had re

6. #46Practice set
   Consider the following pairs regarding various terminologies used during Chola period and their meaning: 1. Kadaisiyar Landless labourers 18. 2. Eccoru Palace Guard 3. Valilar Sword bearers 4. Nattar Settlement of tradersHow many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • COnly three
   • DAll four
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct l is correct: In the Tamil region, large known as vellalar, ordinary ploughmen were known and landless labourers were known as 2 is incorrect: Eccoru is a term referring to of cooked rice provided for officials. This prevalent during the early Chola period but over 3 is correct: Cholas maintained a The army consisted of three conventional cavalry (kudirai sevagar) and the elephant There were also bowmen (villaligal), sword bearers (valilar) and spearmen (konduvar). Two type in the army are also mentioned: the upper and (perundanam and 4 is incorrect: N attar were the assembly of urs in nadu. Nattar functioned as pillars of the under the Cholas They discharged many of fiscal and judicial responsibilities of They held hereditary land rights and were remitting the tax from the respective nadu to the Nagaram was a settlement of traders and

7. #47Practice set
   With reference to Pala ruler Dharmapala, consider the following statements: 1. Khalimpur Copper Plate inscription provides information about the administrative system during his rule. 33. 2. He established the Vikramashila University in modern day Bihar. 3. First phase of the tripartite struggle between the Palas, the Pratiharas, and the Rashtrakutas started during his reignHow many of the statements given above are incorrect?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (D) None
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct Palas, Pratiharas, and Rashtrakutas engaged in contest for control of the Ganga- Yamuna doab lands after the death of Harsha. The Palas and established their rule over eastern India between the 9th and early 12th 1 is correct: Khalimpur Copper issued by Dharmapala provides details administrative system during his period. It was Dharmapala (775 -810 CE) in the 32nd regnal year victory at 2 is correct: Vikramshila University is the present-day Bhagalpur district of Bihar. It by Dharmapala in response to a in the level of study at 3 is correct: The first phase of the which took place round about 790 AD, a clash between Dharmapala and Vatsaraja, king, resulting in the defeat of the former, on a common enemy from the Deccan, the Dhruva Dharavarsa, defeated both of them. Dhruva, however, could not consolidate his victory, as he had to return to the south to save his own

8. #48Practice set
   Consider the following statements with reference to the Chola Empire: 1. The prashastis of the Cholas were based on the Itihaasa- Purana tradition. 2. Tiruvalangad Copper Plates have mentioned the mythical traditions of Cholas period.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct answer. Statement 1 is correct: The prashastis of the Cholas were based on the Itihaasa-Purana tradition. The charters of the Cholas consist of the prashastis and genealogies in Sanskrit and the details regarding the grant in Tamil. Hiranyagarbha and Tulabhara ceremonies were conducted by the Chola kings. The anointment ceremony was also a means to claim kshatriya position. Statement 2 is correct: The Cholas traced their origin to Suryavamsha. Mythical traditions are mentioned in the inscriptions especially in the prashastis containing the genealogies (Tiruvalangad Copper Plates, the Larger Leiden Plates and the Anbil Plates, Kanya Kumari inscription of Vira Rajendra etc.) and these are interspersed with information about historical personages

9. #49Practice set
   Consider the following statements with reference to the Local administration during Chola Empire: 1. Nagarattars during Chola period were comprised of the trading community and belonged to the settlement of a group of traders 2. The members of the Ur possessed the titles like Udaiyan and Kilan during the chola period.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct answer. Statement 1 is correct: Nagarattars comprised of the trading community and belonged to the nagaram (settlement of a group of traders). Statement 2 is correct: From the inscriptional evidence we come to know that the members of the ur also possessed the titles like: Kilan (kilavan) Velan, and Peraraiyan mf It Important Tips Nattars were the representatives of nadu (locality). The brahmadeyakkilavars were the brahmana donees of brahmadeya (lands given to the brahmanas). Devadana, palliccanda, kavimurruttu and vettaperu have been identified as tax-free villages. Nattars were analogous to the vellanvagai urars (peasant villages) since a number of urs constituted a nadu. As a constituent of administrative structure, the nadu was important but it incorporated and represented the urs (vellanvagai villages). Thus, in the territorial sphere nadu comprised of vellan

10. #50Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the military of Chola Empire: 1. The Cholas undertook military expedition to Sri Lanka during the time of Rajaraja I. 2. Valangai Velaikkarar was the soldiers recruited from among the Artisan groups. 3. Ays was the only category of chiefs present in chola Kingdom.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct t l is correct: T he Ch olas undertook militar to Sri Lanka (during the time of Rajaraja (during the time of Rajendra I). This military strength of the Chola state. It seems that (kudiraiccevagar), Anaiyatkal (those who elephant), archers (villigal, annkkar) were names of constituting the military 2 is incorrect: Valangai (right hand) the recru ited froni the peasants Soldiers were also recruited from the artisan groups left hand) These were basically mercenary 3 is incorrect: The chiefs of the Chola Palu vet In.raiya.r v s Empnrtan t T ips In P,md 1 t ke 'imly category of chiefs was In th e ng,ux, literatu re there is reference to many ch.i d s viz. Ays, Vel Kod.nmbalurs and Adigamans. 'f'he re cords of e rcf to chiefs such as and Adiga m zi Th e va ons other chiefs who accepted the suzerainty of Palla e Banas, Vettuva-adiaraiyan, Muttaraiyar etc

11. #51Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the taxation system in the Chola period: 1. The existence of a regular taxation system was evident under the Chola Empire. 2. Taxes were levied only at the central level during Chola period. 3. Increase in non-agricultural taxes over time has been recogn ized in this period.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct 1 is correct: The existence of a regular which the segmentary state concept denies, by a statistical analysis of tax terms in The major land tax called kadamai was also many other sma ller ones related to 2 is incorre ct: Th ere was a system of storage of revenue from the locality to the government at nadu and ur levels. Taxes both at the central levels have been 3 is correct: Increase in over time has also been recognized. Local in ta x collection also increased. Local forms and re -investment in regional economy of central collection and redistribution

12. #52Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the Chola period: 1. Rajaraja-1 initiated the system of revenue surveys and the valanadu system. 2. The existence of officers in bureaucracy at both central and local levels has been identified in Chola period.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 1 is correct: The Cholas evolved of control by adopting th e concept of the designate such zones. Each mandalam was named after It was one of the innovations of Rajaraja-1 who also initiated revenue surveys and the 2 is correct: Statistical data from been used to show the existence of officers at and local levels in Chola empire. The term adhikar to names of important personages with the title indicates the presence of a bureaucra cy the hierarchically structured revenue

13. #53Practice set
    Arab merchant, Sulaiman, visited this Kingdom in the middle of the ninth century, and wrote an account of it. He calls this Kingdom as Ruhma, (or Dharma), and says that the rulers of this kingdom were at war with his neighbors. Which of the Kingdom is discussed in above paragraph?
    • APalas
    • BRashtrakutas
    • CPratiharas
    • DImperial Cholas
    Answer: (A) Palas
    Explanation

    Option a is the corr ect an power of Palas has been described and an Arab merchant, Sulaiman, who visited India in of the ninth century, and wrote an account of calls the Pala Kingdom Ruhma, (or Dharma, short and says that the Pala ruler was at war neighbours, the Pratiharas and the Rashtrakutas, but were more numerous than his adversaries, Palas had military force at their disposal. Important Tips The Pala empire was founded by Gopala, probably in AD 750 when he was elected king by the notable men of the area to end the anarchy prevailing there. Gopala was succeeded in AD 770 by his son, Dharamapala, who ruled till AD 810. His reign was marked by a tripartite struggle between the Palas, the Pratiharas and the Rashtrakutas for th e control of Kanauj and north India. Pala rulers dominated eastern India. For some time, their control extended upto Varanasi

14. #54Practice set
    Consider the statements regarding the att and culture during the Rashtrakutas: 1. The rock-cut temple of Shiva at Ellora was built by Krishna l. 2. Rashtrakuta kings patronised Prakrit and Apabhramsa languages. 3. Amoghavarsha I build a new capital at Manyakheta orurHow many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (C) All three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 1 is correct. The famous rock-cut temple of Ellora was built by one of the Rashtrakuta kings, Krishna the ninth century. His successor, Amoghavarsha, is said been a Jain but be also patronised other 2 is correct. The Rashtrakuta kings were of arts and letters. In their courts, we find not scholars, but also poets and others who Prakrit and in the apabhramsha, the so-called which were the fore-runners of the various languages. The great apabharamsha poet, his son probably lived at the Rashtrakuta 3 is correct. The greatest king of the was Amoghavarsha I son of Govinda ruled for Amoghavarsha, I set up a new capital at Malkhed in Karnataka State) and Broach became port of the kingdom during his reign He was a of education and literature

15. #55Practice set
    Directions: In the questions given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason Read the statements and choose the con-ect option. Assertion (A): Dantidurga was a Rashtrakuta chief who overthrew his Chalukyan overlord to gain power. Reason Dantidurga performed a ritual called hiranya-garbha to gain legitimacy to rule as a Kshatriya. Which one of the following is correct in respect of above statements?
    • ABoth (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
    • BBoth (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
    • C(A) is correct but (R) is wrong
    • D(A) is wrong but (R) is correct. Practiceb o o k
    Answer: (B) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct was a Rashtrakuta chief in Deccan. were the subordinate to the Chalukyas Dantidurga, in the mid-eighth century, Chalukya overlord performed a ritual known rashtrakuta ruler Dantidurga performed a ritual mahadana to proclaim himself as a Important Tips The Chalukyan rule in Badami was replaced by the Rashtrakutas in abo ut 750 CE when Rashtrakuta feudatory Dantidurga gave a final blow and defeated the Chalukyan king Kirtivarman

16. #56Practice set
    With reference to the Medieval history of Northern India, consider the following statement: 1. Sulaiman was an Arab merchant who wrote an account of the Pala Empire. 2. The movement of scholars and goods between India and West Asia discontinued during the period of Pratiharas.Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Option c is the is con-ect: Although the state levied of taxes such as irrigation tax, property/ house taxes, profession taxes (on shopkeepers, potters, shoemakers, etc), transit taxes, largest source of state income was land agriculture was the biggest economic activity of 2 is correct: The rate of taxation on crops produce was not uniform or one size fits all. It I varied from 1/6 th to ½ rd of the produce depending fertility of the soil where the tax was being levied or of crop being 3 is cori'ect: Unlike other taxation for example that of Allauddin Khilji where compulsorily in cash, in the taxation system of Empire, payments were accepted both in kind. This was a progressive/ benevolent measure, as 1 it made paying taxes easy for the peasants and saved distress sale. 4 is incorrect: This statement is incorrect as empire hadn't removed Transit Taxes

17. #57Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. The Chola rulers supported Brahmanical and Bhakti traditions and were known to make grants and construct temples for the same. 2. Shiva temples at Thanjavur and Gangaikondacholapuram have been constructed under the patronage of Chola rulers. 3. The Chola kings proclaimed their power and status by building splendid temples.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (C) All three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct l is correct. Chola rulers were supportive of and Nayanars, erecting temples at their chosen supportive of the Brahmanical and Bhakti are credited with building the most magnificent in various places Statement 2 is correct. Brihad.eshwara temple at Gangaikond.acholapuram built by Raja Raja I Chola respectively are evidence of 3 is correct. Both Nayanars and Alvars by the Vellala peasants. Not surprisingly, rulers win their support as well. The Chola kings, for attempted to claim di vine support and proclaim power and status by building splendid temples adorned with stone and metal sculpture to visions of these popular saints who sang in the the people. They also introduced the singing of hymns in the temples under royal patronage, initiative to collect and organize them into a text 'Tevaram'. Tevaram was not a poet but a compilation

18. #58Practice set
    Which of the following statements regarding administration in the Chola Empire is I are correct? 1. Personnel in charge of temples look after the ritual related aspects like worship etc. 2. The Puravuvari tinaikkalam was the highly famed revenue department. 3. Tax on land was levied in kind only.Select the correct option using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct I is incorrect: Personnel in charge of Srikaryam but they did not look after the ritual like worship 2 is correct: The land revenue department Puravuvari tinaikkalam. This department was division of the king's 3 is incorrect: Tax on land was levied in cash both. Officials were referred to as holders of lands. They could further sub-assign land or it. Communal ownership was prevalent and of villagers were recognized

19. #59Practice set
    Consider the following pairs with respect to Vijayanagara Empire: 1. Nadu Major provinces of the kingdom 2. Sthala Port cities 3. Amaram Territory assigned to military chiefsHow many of the above given pairs are correctly matched?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct the Vijayanagara kingdom the king was advised by of ministers which consisted of the great the kingdom. There were also many areas in the were under the control of subordin ate I is incorrect: Nadu Districts (Mandalams or to 2 is incorrect: Sthala Sub-districts (not Port 3 is correct: Amaram Territory with fixed to military chiefs

20. #60Practice set
    Consider the following terms with respect to the Vijayanagara Empire: 1. Amaranayaka Military chiefs 2. Ayagars Village servants karnam Officer responsible senabhova for maintenance of irrigation channels 4. Niranikkar Officer who supervised bankers and moneylendersHow many of the above given pairs are correctly matched?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (C) Only three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct I is correct: The military chiefs or warriors held of nayaka or amaranayaka. Amaranayankara was conferred on a military officer or chief had under his control a specified number of nayakas possessed revenue rights over land called amaram (amaramakara or 2 is correct and Pair 3 is incorrect: During period, autonomous local institutions, the Tamil country, suffered a set-back. However, system continued and became widely the macro-region. It spread in the Tamil 15th -16th century as a result of the declining nadu and nattar. The ayagars were village servants and constituted of groups of families. headmeu (reddi or gauda, maniyam), senabbova) and watchmen (talaiyad). They a portion of or plot in a 4 is Niranikkar looked after the irrigation channels and supenised bankers and moneylenders. The distinguishing feature of the ayagar system special allocation of income fro

21. #61Practice set
    Consider the following, statements with respect to the comparison between the Chola Empire and the Vijayanagara Empire: 1. While local self-government was important in the Chola empire, it considerably weakened during the Vijayanagara empire. 2. While the Chola rulers laid multitude of taxes, only land and property were taxed under the Vijayanagara rulers. 3. While Chola rulers granted rent-free land settlements to Brahmanas, no such provision was made in the Vijayanagara kingdom.How many of the statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is correct: The Chola state included area control, and loosely administered areas under of local control. The basic unit of adrninistration nadu which consisted of a number of villages. There assemblies called the ur, and the sabha or mahasabha However, the Chola traditions of village considerably weakened under Vijayanagara o o k The growth of hereditary nayakships tended to curb and 2 is incorrect: Both the kingdoms laid taxes. In the Vijayanagara kingdom, in addition to tax, there were various other taxes, such as tax on sale of produce, profession taxes, (in times of distress), tax on mal'l'iage, in addition to land tax, the Chola rulers drew from tolls on trade, taxes on professions, and the plunder of the neighbouring 3 is incorrect. There are references to categories of land tenure: amara, bhandaravada in the Vijayanagara kingdom. Among these, the manya (

22. #62Practice set
    Arrange the following events related with the Vijayanagara empire in the correct chronological order: 1. Battle of Raichur between Krishnadevaraya and Ismail Adil Shah of Bijapur 2. Arrival of Portuguese traveller Nuniz 3. Reign of famous Vijayanagara ruler Deva Raya 4. Battle of TalikotaSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1-2-3-4
    • B3-2-4-1
    • C1-3 -2-4
    • D3-1-2-4
    Answer: (D) 3-1-2-4
    Explanation

    Option d is the cone ct 3 Reign of Deva Raya II: Known as one of the of Vijayanagara empire, the reign of Deva Raya dynasty started in 1425 and lasted till 1446 Event I. In 1520, Krishnadevaraya of the (1509-1529) and Sultan Ismail Adil Shah of to battle. This was the Battle of Raichur. Raichur iron and diamond deposits and lay between and Tungabhadra had an easy 2. Arrival of Portuguese traveller Nuniz: Fernao Nuniz arrived in the Vijayanagara in the during the l'eign of Achyuta Raya dynasty (brother and successor of Krishnadevaraya) Event 4. Battle of Talikota: The Battle of Talikota in the year 1565 during the reign of Rama Raya dynasty

23. #63Practice set
    to the condition of women (jharokha). in the Vijayanagar empire, consider the Select the correct answer using the code given following statements:below: 1. They were literate and often composed (a) l and 3 only various literary works (b) 1 and 2 only 2. The Devadasi system was abolished in (c) 1 only this empire (d) 2 and 3 only 3. They participated in physical activities 62. Which of the following structure belong to like wrestling, guarding, horse-riding, etc Vijayanagar Empire era? How many of the statements given above are 1. Virupaksha Temple correct? 2. Hazara Rama Temple
    • AOnly one 3. Someshwara Temple
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three below
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 1 is correct: Women of the especially those of the royal or noble often literate and composed many literary example, Queen Tirumalamba was a poetess Varadambika Parinayam, while Gangadevi, wife authored the famous work Timmakka, Hannamam and Atukuri Molla women poets who gained popularity during the majority of the ordinary women 2 is incorrect: This statement is the Devadasi system flourished (not abolished) Vijayanagara empire. Although later widely a social evil where women were drawn into slavery in of marriage and service to a deity, it was a throughout the medieval ages in South in the Vijayanagara 3 is correct: Accounts of foreign travellers as well as sculptural descriptions in buildings Mahanavmi Dibba show that the women participated physical activities generally reserved for males, horse taming/ riding, elephant riding, fighting, hunting, etc

24. #64Practice set
    With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?
    • ALingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar
    • BRock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
    • CRock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram
    • DVaraha Image at Udayagiri
    Answer: (B) Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct I is correct: One of the things that most Razzaq was the massive fortification capital city of Vijayanagara. He mentions that the surrounded by 7 walfo of fortification, mostly made arranged in a concentric pattern. He was how the fortifications were so extensive that they the agricultural fields providing food the city. This made the city pretty well defended and attacks as the food supplies were secured. fields lay in the outermost circle, between and second fortification 2 is incorrect: This statement is incorrect says thaf the residential areas were divided on of professions and caste, with people of one living in proximity with others of the same there being distinct separation from the residences of other professions. He also noted that the in a separate 3 is correct: Though it cannot be said that the exact number mentioned is correct, that the Raya (King) o

25. #65Practice set
    With reference to contribution of Krishnadevaraya in literature, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. He was scholar of multiple languages including Kannada, Telugu, Sanskrit and Tamil. 2. He composed Amuktamalyada in Kannada language. 3. Ashtadiggajas were eight learned literary persons attached to his court.How many of the above statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct - He was a scholar and patron which includes Telugu, Kannada, Sanskrit. He patronised Kannada poets hatu Timmanna Kavi. Vyasatirtha, a his Rajaguru 2 is incorrect - Several great works have in Telugu but it reached its zenith during period that is also known as the golden age literature Krishnadevaraya (1509 - 1529) poetry Arnuktamalyada in Telugu, not in tells the story of the daughter of Devi, who used to wear the garlands intended for a before they were offered to the 3 is correct - Eight learned literary persons to his court and they e called most important one being Allasani Peddana. is also called as Andhra Kavi Pitamah and is Manucharitam The famous Tenali Ramakrishna was the ashtadiggajas

26. #66Practice set
    With reference to the Vijayanagar Empire in India, what did the terms 'Barkur gadyanas' and 'Bhatkal gadyanas' refer to?
    • AArms factories
    • BPlaces where coins where minted
    • CSmall units of royal spies
    • DNaval units of the empire
    Answer: (B) Places where coins where minted
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Vijayanagara Empire (14th-17th century) quantities of goid coins and other metals used coinage were pure silver and copper. The coinage was produced in different mints called by different names such as Barkur gadyanas, etc. The inscriptions on the coins were or Sanskrit

27. #67Full-length test
    The Pallava king Mahendravarman-1 composed which of the following play?
    • AGathasaptashati
    • BMattavilas Prahasana
    • CRaghuvamsa
    • DMahalankara
    Answer: (B) Mattavilas Prahasana
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct was a versatile genius. He was both and a singer and composed a play Mattavilas delight of the drunkards) in Sanskrit. Important Tips Mahendravarman I (600-630 AD) was a Pallava emperor. During his reign, the long-running Pallava-Chalukya conflict began. He built the Mahabalipuram Lighthouse and Kanchi University He was the author of Mattavilasa Prahasana and Bhagavadajjuka. Kudimiya malai Inscription was issued by him. His works can be found in Sittanavasal Caves

28. #68Full-length test
    Consider the following statements in the event of history of India:l. Ascension of throne by Prathihara King Mihir Bhoja. 2. Establishment of Chalukya power under Kirthivarman 3. Construction of Kailasha temple by Rashtrakuta king Krishna I. 4. Capture of Sri Lanka by the Chola King Raja Raja I What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest?
    • A2-1-4-3
    • B3-1-4-2
    • C2-3-1-4
    • D3-4-1-2
    Answer: (C) 2-3-1-4
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 1: Mihir Bhoja (c. 836-885 CE), also known I, was a Gurjara-Pratihara Dynasty king. In the of his reign, he was defeated by the Palas, the Kalachuris, but he subsequently made a 2: Kirthivarman (ruled from 746-753 AD) king and Dantidurga (ruled from established Rashtrakuta Empire after (746-753 CE), the last Chalukyan 3: Krishna I (ruled 757-772 AD) is one of the of Rashtrakuta dynasty and he succeeded was a great patron of art and architecture and the at Ellora was built during the reign (757-772 Krishna I. In fact, the Kalisaha temple was Krishneshvara after Krishna 4: Raja Raja I (ruled CE to 1014 AD) a great king of the Chola dynasty which the region of modern Tami Nadu. Raja Raja I expedition against Sri Lanka brought this under the direct control of Chola dynasty. appointed a Tamil chief to govern the annexed regions a temple to be built. This temple is loca

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