State Formation in Ancient India
CUET PG History
Practice Questions
Total Questions: 95
1. Which technological advancement played a pivotal role in the emergence of Mahajanapadas?
A. Bronze tools
B. Stone weapons
C. Iron technology
D. Wheel-based agriculture
2. The term “Janapada” literally means:
A. Territory under a king
B. Land where a community set foot
C. Military stronghold
D. Urban settlement
3. Which type of political organization was characteristic of the Mahajanapada of Vajji?
A. Monarchy
B. Republic (Ganasangha)
C. Feudal state
D. Tyranny
4. Who was a famous ruler of Kashi during the sixth century BC?
A. Bimbisara
B. Ajatashatru
C. Braham Datta and Ashvasena
D. Jarasandha
5. Which Mahajanapada was annexed by Magadha under Bimbisara?
A. Vatsa
B. Anga
C. Kosala
D. Surasena
