Chapter 4: Emergence of State and Empire — Online MCQ Test
HISTORY · CLASS 11th · Tamil Nadu State Board
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This chapter covers: Focusing on imperial consolidation this chapter covers Magadhan expansion and the Mauryan Empire under Chandragupta and Ashoka. Students analyze Ashoka Dhamma administration Arthas....
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Chapter 4: Emergence of State and Empire — Important Questions & Answers
Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?
- A. Bindusara
- B. Chandragupta Maurya
- C. Ashoka
- D. Dasharatha
Answer: B. Chandragupta Maurya
Chandragupta Maurya established the Mauryan Empire after overthrowing the Nanda dynasty with the help of Chanakya.
Chandragupta Maurya established the Mauryan Empire after overthrowing the Nanda dynasty with the help of Chanakya.
Which ancient text is considered a primary source for the administrative policies of the Mauryan Empire?
- A. Indica
- B. Arthashastra
- C. Mudrarakshasa
- D. Mahavamsa
Answer: B. Arthashastra
Arthashastra, written by Kautilya (Chanakya), provides a comprehensive guide on statecraft and administration.
Arthashastra, written by Kautilya (Chanakya), provides a comprehensive guide on statecraft and administration.
What was the main theme of Ashoka's Dhamma?
- A. Military conquest
- B. Rigid adherence to Vedic rituals
- C. Social harmony and ethical conduct
- D. Economic taxation policies
Answer: C. Social harmony and ethical conduct
Ashoka's Dhamma focused on the ethical conduct, non-violence, and tolerance among the people of his empire.
Ashoka's Dhamma focused on the ethical conduct, non-violence, and tolerance among the people of his empire.
Analyze the Mauryan revenue system: Which tax was levied on the land as the primary source of state income?
- A. Bali
- B. Bhaga
- C. Sulka
- D. Hiranya
Answer: B. Bhaga
Bhaga was the royal share of the produce, typically ranging from one-sixth to one-fourth of the agricultural output.
Bhaga was the royal share of the produce, typically ranging from one-sixth to one-fourth of the agricultural output.
Considering the 'Saptanga' theory of state in Arthashastra, which is NOT one of the seven components?
- A. Swami (King)
- B. Amatya (Officials)
- C. Mitra (Allies)
- D. Varna (Caste hierarchy)
Answer: D. Varna (Caste hierarchy)
The seven limbs of the state (Saptanga) are Swami, Amatya, Janapada, Durga, Kosha, Danda, and Mitra; Varna is a social structure, not an administrative limb.
The seven limbs of the state (Saptanga) are Swami, Amatya, Janapada, Durga, Kosha, Danda, and Mitra; Varna is a social structure, not an administrative limb.