G6-SOC-L8 Kingdoms and Empires

Why is the Gupta period referred to as the 'Golden Age' in Indian history?

• Because of the gold coins they minted
• Due to their military conquests
• Because of advancements in science, math, and literature
• Due to their religious tolerance

What was the main reason for Ashoka's change of heart after the Kalinga war?

• He lost the war
• He saw the massive bloodshed and suffering
• He feared retaliation
• His army was weakened

Which of the following was NOT a contribution of the Gupta period?

• Development of zero
• Invention of plastic surgery
• Discovery of gravity
• Building of the Taj Mahal

What was the capital of the Mauryan Empire?

• Delhi
• Pataliputra
• Magadha
• Kalinga

Who helped Chandragupta Maurya establish the Mauryan Empire?

• Ashoka
• Bindusara
• Koutilya
• Samudragupta

What was the main message in Ashoka's inscriptions?

• His military conquests
• The importance of trade
• The message of Damma (Dharma)
• The greatness of the Mauryan Empire

Which empire came to power after a 500-year gap following the fall of the Mauryan Empire?

• Gupta Empire
• Chalukya Dynasty
• Pallava Dynasty
• Satavahana Dynasty

Who among the following was known as a great conqueror and remained undefeated?

• Chandragupta I
• Samudragupta
• Chandragupta II
• Ashoka

What was the contribution of Indian mathematicians during the Gupta period?

• Invention of calculus
• Development of quantum physics
• Creation of symbols for numbers 1-9 and zero
• Discovery of DNA

Who was known for carrying out plastic surgery during the Gupta period?

• Charaka
• Aryabhatta
• Brahmagupta
• Sushruta