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[#856] Before becoming king Ashoka was the Governor of
Correct Answer

(C) Ujjain

Explanation

Solution: Asoka had served as the viceroy of Taxila after serving as the viceroy in Ujjain before becoming the Governor.

[#857] Name the Gupta king who made a vast empire according to Prayag-Prasasti?
Correct Answer

(B) Samudragupta

Explanation

Solution: The Gupta king Samudragupta made a vast empire according to Prayag-Prasasti. Samudragupta is known for his military conquests and victories. He had to wage many wars in order to establish a vast empire.

[#858] Which Satavahana king defeated the Saka rulers and conquered part of Malwa?
Correct Answer

(A) Gautamiputra Satakarni

Explanation

Solution: Gautamiputra Satakarni, a notable ruler of the Satavahana dynasty, defeated the Saka rulers and conquered parts of Malwa. He ruled during the 2nd century CE and is known for his military successes and contributions to the expansion of the Satavahana empire. His reign marked a significant period in the history of ancient India.

[#859] Which Paramar ruler constructed Bhoj Tal in Bhopal?
Correct Answer

(B) Raja Bhoja I

Explanation

Solution: Paramar ruler constructed Bhoj Tal in Bhopal the Paramara Raja Bhoj during his tenure as a king of Malwa. He is also said to have established the city of Bhopal to secure the eastern frontier of his kingdom.

[#860] The temples of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh were built by the rulers of which of the following dynasties?
Correct Answer

(C) Chandela

Explanation

Solution: The temples at Khajuraho were built during the Chandella dynasty. Shiva is the chief deity of this temple. The temple is the largest among the three groups of the Khajuraho complex of temples namely Kandariya, Matangeshwara and Vishvanatha temples.