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Nanda Dynasty — MCQ Practice

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Q1medium

Which of the following statements about Mahapadma Nanda is/are correct? 1. He was the founder of the Nanda Dynasty. 2. He was known by the title 'Sarvakshatrantaka'. 3. His empire extended to Kalinga, as evidenced by the Hathigumpha inscription. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q2easy

Which of the following factors primarily led to Alexander the Great's army retreating from India, despite the Nanda Dynasty's formidable military strength? (A) A direct military defeat by the Nanda army. (B) Alexander's personal decision to explore new territories in the West. (C) Mutiny and exhaustion among Alexander's troops, coupled with fear of the Nanda army. (D) A peace treaty signed between Alexander and Dhana Nanda.

Q3medium

Consider the following statements regarding the Nanda Dynasty's administration: 1. They introduced a highly centralized bureaucratic system. 2. They implemented systematic land surveys for revenue collection. 3. They were known for their oppressive taxation policies under Dhana Nanda. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q4easy

The Hathigumpha inscription of Kharavela provides evidence for the Nanda Dynasty's conquest of which region?

Q5hard

Which of the following titles was NOT associated with Mahapadma Nanda?

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