Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#966] Which among the following literary sources contains detailed history of Ladakh?
Correct Answer

(A) Ladakh Chronicles

Explanation

Solution: Ladakh chronicles written in 17 th century are the most important sources to know about
Ladakh's history from first dynasty of Ladakh to Namgyal dynasty.

[#967] Who established the Namgyal dynasty in Ladakh?
Correct Answer

(D) Bhagan

Explanation

Solution: Namgyal dynasty was founded by Bhagan in 1460 after overthrowing the rule of Blo-Gros-Idan of Lha-Chen dynasty.

[#968] Monumental ancient Buddhist carvings are discovered where in Ladakh?
Correct Answer

(B) Digar

Explanation

Solution: Monumental ancient Buddhist carvings were discovered at Digar.

[#969] Ladakh was part of which dynasty in 78 AD?
Correct Answer

(C) Kushan

Explanation

Solution: Ladakh became a part of Kushan dynasty under King Kanishka from 78 - 101 AD.

[#970] Which place was known for the export of Pashmina along the historic Silk Route?
Correct Answer

(D) Tibet

Explanation

Solution: Silk textiles and horses from Xinjiang and Pashmina (Shahtoosh) was exported from Tibet via Ladakh. The place was also popular as a major exporter of grains.