Indian History Quiz

Ashoka dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of _.

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Christianity

The Gupta Empire thrived due to its control over _ routes.

• sea

• trade

• military

• religious

Which ruler was the first to promote Buddhism throughout the Mauryan Empire?

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Ashoka

• Bindusara

• Harsha

Which empire is associated with Chandragupta Maurya?

• Gupta Empire

• Mauryan Empire

• Roman Empire

• Persian Empire

What was a key feature of Ashoka's rule?

• Military expansion

• Religious tolerance

• Economic isolation

• Cultural decline

Which empire is associated with the spread of Buddhism?

• Gupta Empire

• Mauryan Empire

• Roman Empire

• Persian Empire

What was Ashoka's role in transforming the Mauryan Empire?

• He expanded the empire through wars.

• He transformed it into a peaceful and prosperous realm.

• He focused on building a strong military.

• He ignored the welfare of the people.

What was pivotal to the prosperity of the Gupta Empire?

• Agriculture

• Trade

• Military conquests

• Mining

What did the strategic location of the Gupta Empire allow it to control?

• Military bases

• Important trade routes

• Religious sites

• Educational institutions

What leadership style did Chandragupta Maurya have?

• Peaceful and compassionate

• Strong and military-focused

• Weak and indecisive

• Diplomatic and trade-focused