Ancient History (Haryank Dynasty)

Quiz: Haryanka Dynasty

1. Who was the founder of the Haryanka Dynasty?

• A) Bimbisara
• B) Ajatashatru
• C) Chandragupta Maurya
• D) Mahapadma Nanda

2. Which of the following was a notable military campaign of Bimbisara?

• A) Conquest of Kalinga
• B) Campaign against Magadha
• C) Conflict with the Licchavis
• D) Invasion of the western kingdoms

3. Ajatashatru, the son of Bimbisara, is famous for which architectural contribution?

• A) Construction of the Ashoka Pillar
• B) Fortification of Rajagriha
• C) Building of the Sanchi Stupa
• D) Creation of the Nalanda University

4. What was the primary reason behind the conflict between Ajatashatru and the Licchavis?

• A) Trade disputes
• B) Territorial expansion
• C) Religious differences
• D) Succession issues

5. Which ancient text provides detailed accounts of the Haryanka Dynasty?

• A) Mahabharata
• B) Ramayana
• C) Jaina Agamas
• D) Arthashastra

6. What was the capital of the Haryanka Dynasty during Bimbisara’s rule?

• A) Pataliputra
• B) Rajagriha
• C) Varanasi
• D) Ujjain

7. Which dynasty did the Haryanka Dynasty precede in ancient Indian history?

• A) Maurya Dynasty
• B) Nanda Dynasty
• C) Gupta Dynasty
• D) Shunga Dynasty

8. Which Mauryan ruler is known to have had a significant influence on the later development of Buddhism?

• A) Chandragupta Maurya
• B) Ashoka
• C) Bindusara
• D) Dhana Nanda

9. What was a notable achievement of the Haryanka Dynasty in terms of administrative reforms?

• A) Establishment of a centralized bureaucracy
• B) Introduction of a uniform tax system
• C) Creation of a network of spies
• D) Development of a postal system

10. What was one of the major reasons for the decline of the Haryanka Dynasty?

• A) Internal rebellions
• B) Foreign invasions
• C) Economic collapse
• D) Weak leadership