Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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Which ruler is known as 'Amitraghata' (Slayer of Enemies)?
Answer:
Bindusara
Bindusara, the son of Chandragupta Maurya, was known to the Greeks as Amitrochates, which translates to Amitraghata (Slayer of Enemies).
22
Who wrote 'Brihat Samhita', an encyclopedic work on astronomy and astrology?
Answer:
Varahamihira
Varahamihira, one of the Navratnas of Chandragupta II, wrote the Brihat Samhita and Pancha-Siddhantika.
23
The 'Aihole Inscription' was composed by:
Answer:
Ravikirti
Ravikirti was the court poet of Pulakeshin II. The Aihole inscription describes the achievements of Pulakeshin II.
24
Who was the last ruler of the Nanda dynasty?
Answer:
Dhana Nanda
Dhana Nanda was the last Nanda ruler, who was overthrown by Chandragupta Maurya with the help of Chanakya.
25
Who composed the 'Buddhacharita'?
Answer:
Ashvaghosha
Ashvaghosha was a poet and philosopher in the court of Kanishka. He wrote Buddhacharita, an epic on the life of Buddha.
26
Which Mauryan ruler gave up war after the Battle of Kalinga?
Answer:
Ashoka
Ashoka the Great renounced violence and adopted Buddhism after witnessing the slaughter at the Battle of Kalinga (c. 261 BCE).
27
Who is known as the 'Indian Einstein' for his philosophy of Madhyamika (Middle Path)?
Answer:
Nagarjuna
Nagarjuna, a Mahayana Buddhist philosopher, formulated the doctrine of Sunyata (Emptiness) and is often compared to Einstein for his theory of relativity in a philosophical context.
28
Who wrote the famous play 'Mrichchhakatika' (The Little Clay Cart)?
Answer:
Shudraka
Shudraka wrote Mrichchhakatika, a Sanskrit play that gives a realistic picture of urban society in ancient India.
29
The 'Junagadh Inscription' is associated with which ruler?
Answer:
Rudradaman I
The Junagadh Rock Inscription details the restoration of the Sudarshan Lake by the Shaka ruler Rudradaman I. It is the first long inscription in pure Sanskrit.
30
Who was the Jain monk that accompanied Chandragupta Maurya to South India?
Answer:
Bhadrabahu
Bhadrabahu was the spiritual teacher of Chandragupta Maurya. They traveled to Shravanabelagola where the king performed Sallekhana (death by fasting).