Ancient India Quiz

Which of the following was a major city of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Varanasi

• Harappa

• Pataliputra

• Ujjain

What was the primary occupation of the people in the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Fishing

• Agriculture

• Metalworking

• Hunting

Who was the famous ruler of the Gupta Empire known for his patronage of the arts and sciences?

• Ashoka

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Samudragupta

• Chandragupta II

Which of the following is considered the "Golden Age" of India due to advancements in science, mathematics, and culture?

• Maurya Empire

• Gupta Empire

• Mughal Empire

• Chola Empire

Which ancient trade route connected India with the Roman Empire?

• Silk Road

• Amber Road

• Spice Route

• Incense Route

What was the primary export from India along the ancient trade routes?

• Gold

• Silk

• Spices

• Wool

Which river was crucial to the development of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Ganges

• Yamuna

• Indus

• Brahmaputra

Which famous university, known for its vast library and scholars, was established during the Gupta Empire?

• Nalanda

• Takshashila

• Vikramashila

• Ujjain