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
41
Which Rock Edict of Ashoka describes the horrors of the Kalinga War?
Answer:
Rock Edict XIII
Major Rock Edict XIII contains a detailed description of the Kalinga War and expresses Ashoka's deep remorse over the slaughter.
42
In which year did the Kalinga War take place?
Answer:
261 BCE
The Kalinga War took place in the eighth year of Ashoka's coronation, which corresponds to approximately 261 BCE.
43
Which Mauryan emperor is known for the Kalinga War?
Answer:
Ashoka
Emperor Ashoka fought the Kalinga War around 261 BCE, a conflict that resulted in massive loss of life and led to his conversion to Buddhism.
44
What title was given to Bindusara by the Greeks?
Answer:
Amitraghata
Bindusara was known to the Greeks as 'Amitrochates', which corresponds to the Sanskrit term 'Amitraghata', meaning 'Slayer of Enemies'.
45
To which religion did Chandragupta Maurya convert in the later years of his life?
Answer:
Jainism
Chandragupta Maurya converted to Jainism and is believed to have starved himself to death (Sallekhana) at Shravanabelagola.
46
Who was the general of Alexander the Great whom Chandragupta Maurya defeated?
Answer:
Seleucus Nicator
Chandragupta Maurya defeated Seleucus Nicator, a general of Alexander who ruled over the northwestern territories, around 305 BCE.
47
Which famous book on statecraft was written by Chanakya (Kautilya)?
Answer:
Arthashastra
The 'Arthashastra' is a classic treatise on statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy written by Chanakya, the mentor of Chandragupta Maurya.
48
What was the name of the Greek ambassador sent to the court of Chandragupta Maurya?
Answer:
Megasthenes
Megasthenes was the Greek ambassador sent by Seleucus Nicator to the court of Chandragupta Maurya. He wrote the book 'Indica'.
49
Which Nanda ruler was defeated by Chandragupta Maurya to establish the Mauryan Empire?
Answer:
Dhana Nanda
Chandragupta Maurya defeated Dhana Nanda, the last ruler of the Nanda dynasty, to establish his own empire in Magadha.
50
Who is considered the founder of the Mauryan Empire?
Answer:
Chandragupta Maurya
Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire around 322 BCE by overthrowing the Nanda dynasty with the help of his mentor, Chanakya.