Post-Independence India Quiz 2
Practice quiz on Post-Independence India (History). 5 real exam questions.
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Post-Independence India Quiz 2 — 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 last ruler of the Maurya dynasty?
- A.Ashoka
- B.Brihadratha
- C.Bindusara
- D.Dasharatha
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Answer: B. Brihadratha
Brihadratha was overthrown by Pushyamitra Shunga.
Q2.Ashoka embraced which religion after the Kalinga War?
- A.Hinduism
- B.Buddhism
- C.Jainism
- D.Ajivika
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Answer: B. Buddhism
Ashoka adopted Buddhism after witnessing the suffering caused by the war.
Q3.Who is known as the 'Napoleon of India'?
- A.Chandragupta Maurya
- B.Samudragupta
- C.Ashoka
- D.Harshavardhana
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Answer: B. Samudragupta
Samudragupta was called the Napoleon of India due to his military conquests.
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.The Buddhist Councils were held to:
- A.Spread Jainism
- B.Compile Buddhist scriptures
- C.Collect taxes
- D.Elect kings
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Answer: B. Compile Buddhist scriptures
Buddhist Councils aimed at compiling the teachings.
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