Modern India Quiz 3
Practice quiz on Modern India (History). 5 real exam questions.
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Modern India Quiz 3 — Questions with Solutions
All 5 questions from this quiz with the correct answer and explanation. Attempt them yourself first, then open each solution to check your reasoning.
Q1.Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?
- A.Bindusara
- B.Chandragupta Maurya
- C.Ashoka
- D.Ajatashatru
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Answer: B. Chandragupta Maurya
Chandragupta Maurya founded the Maurya dynasty.
Q2.Which city is known as the 'Cradle of Indian Architecture' in Karnataka?
- A.Hampi
- B.Badami
- C.Belur
- D.Srirangapatna
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Answer: B. Badami
Badami was the capital of Early Chalukyas and a major architectural center.
Q3.The Indus Valley Civilization was predominantly:
- A.Agricultural
- B.Nomadic
- C.Pastoral
- D.Industrial
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Answer: A. Agricultural
Indus Civilization had advanced agricultural practices.
Q4.Which metal was unknown to the Indus Valley people?
- A.Gold
- B.Copper
- C.Iron
- D.Silver
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Answer: C. Iron
Iron was not used by the Harappans.
Q5.Which battle marked the beginning of British rule in India?
- A.Battle of Plassey
- B.Battle of Buxar
- C.Battle of Panipat
- D.Battle of Talikota
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Answer: A. Battle of Plassey
Battle of Plassey (1757) established British dominance.
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