Question 1

Which Mauryan emperor established the Mauryan Empire and extended his control over the Jharkhand region?

Accepted Answer

Chandragupta Maurya. Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire around 322 BCE and expanded it to include much of the Indian subcontinent, including the region that is now Jharkhand.

Question 2

Emperor Ashoka's edicts have been found in which ancient location in present-day Jharkhand?

Accepted Answer

Dehri-on-Son. Ashoka's rock edict was discovered at Dehri-on-Son in Jharkhand, which is one of the significant archaeological sites from the Mauryan period in the region.

Question 3

The Gupta Empire controlled which parts of present-day Jharkhand during its reign?

Accepted Answer

Eastern plains. During the Gupta period (4th-6th century CE), the empire controlled the eastern plains of present-day Jharkhand and maintained administrative centers in the region.

Question 4

Which dynasty is known for establishing centers of Buddhist learning in the Nalanda region near Jharkhand?

Accepted Answer

Pala Dynasty. The Pala Dynasty (8th-12th century) established Nalanda University and other Buddhist centers near the Jharkhand region, making it a major hub of learning and scholarship.

Question 5

The Sena Dynasty ruled Bengal and parts of eastern India from which century?

Accepted Answer

12th-13th century. The Sena Dynasty ruled from the 12th to 13th century and their kingdom extended to include parts of present-day Jharkhand and Bihar.

Formation & History — Set 1