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[#421] Where was the capital of Shashanka?
Correct Answer

(C) Karnasuvarna

Explanation

Solution: Shashanka's capital Karnasuvarna is now known as Murshidabad.

[#422] The three major racial elements which came together to form the Bengalee race were the Aryans, the Dravidians and the
Correct Answer

(A) Mangolians

Explanation

Solution: The Dravidians, the Aryans and the Mangolians were the three major racial elements which came together to form the Bengalee race.

[#423] The rulers of the Nanda dynasty were famed for the
Correct Answer

(A) great wealth they accumulated

Explanation

Solution: The rulers for the Nanda dynasty were famed for the great wealth which they accumulated. Mahapadma Nanda and Dhana Nanda were famous rulers out of the total nine Nanda kings.

[#424] The people of Chalcolithic period residing in Bengal, used to cultivate seasonal crops and
Correct Answer

(C) rice

Explanation

Solution: The people of Chalcolithic period residing in Bengal, used to cultivate seasonal crops and rice. Besides this, they tamed the domestic animals as a livestock and for milk.

[#425] The name of the state Bengal is derived from
Correct Answer

(A) Bong tribe

Explanation

Solution: It is believed by some scholars that the origin of the name of the state Bengal is derived from 'Bong tribe'.