Ancient History (Nanda Dynasty)

Quiz: Nanda Dynasty

1. Who was the founder of the Nanda Dynasty?

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

2. Which ancient text provides information about the wealth and prosperity of the Nanda Dynasty?

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

3. Which ruler of the Nanda Dynasty was known for his immense wealth and was later overthrown by Chandragupta Maurya?

• A) Dhana Nanda
• B) Mahapadma Nanda
• C) Chandragupta Nanda
• D) Kunala Nanda

4. Which famous Mauryan scholar wrote about the administration of the Nanda Dynasty?

• A) Fahiyan
• B) Chanakya
• C) Megasthenes
• D) Panini

5. What was the primary reason for the downfall of the Nanda Dynasty?

• A) Economic collapse
• B) Military defeat
• C) Internal strife and rebellion
• D) Foreign invasion

6. Which of the following was a major contribution of the Nanda Dynasty to ancient Indian economy?

• A) Establishment of trade routes
• B) Development of a tax system
• C) Introduction of coinage
• D) Expansion of agriculture

7. Who was the notable advisor to Chandragupta Maurya, who also had critical insights into the Nanda Dynasty?

• A) Kalidasa
• B) Kautilya
• C) Aryabhata
• D) Bhaskara

8. Which of the following was a key feature of the Nanda Dynasty’s administration?

• A) Centralized bureaucracy
• B) Decentralized local governance
• C) Autocratic rule
• D) Feudal system

9. Which city was the capital of the Nanda Dynasty?

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

10. Which ancient text provides a detailed account of the Nanda Dynasty’s military and administrative systems?

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