{"id":6192,"date":"2026-02-02T16:54:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T16:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mehnatt.com\/?p=6192"},"modified":"2026-02-02T16:54:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T16:54:26","slug":"mcqs-based-on-ancient-history-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mehnatt.com\/?p=6192","title":{"rendered":"MCQs Based On Ancient History &#8211; (26)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q1. Who established the Shishunaga dynasty in Magadha?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Mahapadma Nanda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Kalasoka<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">A viceroy from Varanasi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Chandragupta Maurya<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"acc\">View Answer<\/button>\n<div class=\"pnl\">\n  <p style=\"padding-top:5px;color:#27302a;font-size:1.2rem;\"><b>Correct Option:<\/b> 3. A viceroy from Varanasi <br\/>\n<strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Shishunaga, originally a viceroy (or Amatya) in Varanasi, was chosen by the people of Magadha to become king after widespread discontent with the Haryanka rulers. His rule marked a return to stability, and he expanded the empire by annexing Avanti.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q2. The long-standing rivalry between Magadha and Avanti ended with the conquest of Avanti by which ruler?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Mahapadma Nanda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Shishunaga<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Ajatashatru<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Dhanananda<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"acc\">View Answer<\/button>\n<div class=\"pnl\">\n  <p style=\"padding-top:5px;color:#27302a;font-size:1.2rem;\"><b>Correct Option:<\/b> 2. Shishunaga <br\/>\n<strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The rivalry between Magadha and Avanti lasted over a century, with both states vying for supremacy. Shishunaga defeated Avanti and integrated it into the Magadhan empire, ending this prolonged struggle and enhancing Magadha\u2019s position in central India.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q3. Mahapadma Nanda, the founder of the Nanda dynasty, is referred to as \u2018Ugrasena\u2019 in which source?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Greek texts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Jain Agamas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Pali texts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Arthashastra<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"acc\">View Answer<\/button>\n<div class=\"pnl\">\n  <p style=\"padding-top:5px;color:#27302a;font-size:1.2rem;\"><b>Correct Option:<\/b> 3. Pali texts <br\/>\n<strong>Explanation:<\/strong> According to Pali texts, Mahapadma Nanda is referred to as Ugrasena, highlighting his powerful military and administrative capabilities. He is considered the first historical empire builder of India, claiming the title of Ekarat (sole ruler) and Sarva-Kshatrantaka (destroyer of all Kshatriyas).\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q4. Who was the last ruler of the Nanda dynasty, overthrown by Chandragupta Maurya?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Udayin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Mahapadma Nanda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Kalasoka<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:17px\">Dhanananda<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"acc\">View Answer<\/button>\n<div class=\"pnl\">\n  <p style=\"padding-top:5px;color:#27302a;font-size:1.2rem;\"><b>Correct Option:<\/b> 4. Dhanananda <br\/>\n<strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Dhanananda was the last Nanda king, known for his immense wealth and large army. Greek writers referred to him as Agrammes\/Xandrames. However, his oppressive taxation and arrogance made him unpopular. Chandragupta Maurya, guided by Kautilya (Chanakya), overthrew him and established the Maurya Empire.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q5. What significant religious event took place during Kalasoka\u2019s reign?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First Buddhist Council<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Death of Mahavira<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second Buddhist Council<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread of Buddhism to Sri Lanka<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"acc\">View Answer<\/button>\n<div class=\"pnl\">\n  <p style=\"padding-top:5px;color:#27302a;font-size:1.2rem;\"><b>Correct Option:<\/b> 3. Second Buddhist Council <br\/>\n<strong>Explanation:<\/strong> During Kalasoka\u2019s reign, the Second Buddhist Council was held at Vaishali to address divisions within the Sangha, particularly over matters of discipline. The council attempted to resolve differences between conservative and more liberal monks, and it marks the beginning of sectarian tendencies in Buddhism.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Q1. Who established the Shishunaga dynasty in Magadha? View Answer Correct Option: 3. A viceroy from Varanasi Explanation: Shishunaga, originally a viceroy (or Amatya) in Varanasi, was chosen by the people of Magadha to become king after widespread discontent with the Haryanka rulers. 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