Latest MPESB Senior Guide Exam Question (Objective Questions), MCQ in English
Subjects : General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics, General Reasoning Ability, General Science, General Computer Knowledge, Senior Guide
Kurukshetra a journal on rural development is published by
A
Ministry of Finance
B
Ministry of Information and Broadcastin
C
Ministry of Rural Development
D
Planning Commission
Question 3Single Answer
Devaluation of a currency means
A
Fixing the value of the currency in conjuction with the movement in the value of a basket of predetermined currencies
B
Reduction in the value of a currency vis-à-vis major internationally traded currencies
C
Fixing the value of currency in multilateral consultaion with the IMF the World Bank and major trading partners
D
Permitting the currency to seek its worth in the international market
Question 4Single Answer
In India rural incomes are generally lower than the urban incomes, which of the following reasons account for this
1. a large number of farmers are illiterate and know little about scientific agriculture
2. prices of primary products are lower than those of manufactured products
3. Investments in agriculture has been low when compared to investment in industry
A
1 and 3
B
2 and 3
C
1 and 2
D
1,2 and 3
Question 5Single Answer
Which of the following programmes aims at the promotion of savings among rural women
A
Rashtriya Mahila Kosh
B
Indira Mahila Yojna
C
Jawahar Rozgar Yojna
D
Mahila Samridhi Yojna
Question 6Single Answer
What is Net National Product
A
the money value of final goods and services produced annually in the economy
B
the money value of annual service generation in the economy
C
the money value of tangible goods produced annually in the economy
D
The money value of tangible goods available in the economy
Question 7Single Answer
National income is the
A
net national product at market price
B
net national product at factor cost
C
net domestic product at market price
D
net domestic product at factor cost
Question 8Single Answer
Choose the industrial cities that grew rapidly in Britain in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries:
A
Leeds and Manchester
B
Bristol and Manchester
C
Carlisle and Leeds
D
Chester and Leeds
Question 9Single Answer
Which were the three Presidency cities of Colonial India in late eighteenth century?
A
Calcutta, Bombay and Madras
B
Calcutta, Bombay and Surat
C
Bombay, Madras and Delhi
D
None of these
Question 10Single Answer
"Who said, 'India was a parrot unto itself'?
A
Malik Muhammad Joyce
B
Raskhan
C
Rich Khusrow
D
Rich Hasan
Question 11Single Answer
Which is the national game of Bhutan ?
A
badminton
B
basketball
C
football
D
archery
Question 12Single Answer
When was the Constituent Assembly of India formed?
A
1946
B
1947
C
1948
D
1950
Question 13Single Answer
Who is known as the "Father of the Indian Renaissance" ?
A
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
B
Swami Vivekananda
C
Rabindranath Tagore
D
Mahatma Gandhi
Question 14Single Answer
What is the lithosphere composed of ?
A
Water and gases
B
Rocks and minerals
C
Living organisms
D
Air and gases
Question 15Single Answer
The lithosphere includes :
A
Only the Earth's crust
B
The Earth's crust and upper mantle
C
Only the Earth's mantle
D
The Earth's crust, mantle, and core
Question 16Single Answer
Which ancient city in Madhya Pradesh was a significant cultural and political center during the Maurya and Gupta periods?
A
Indore
B
Bhopal
C
Ujjain
D
Gwalior
Question 17Single Answer
The Parmar dynasty was primarily associated with which region of Madhya Pradesh?
A
Bundelkhand
B
Malwa
C
Baghelkhand
D
Mahakoshal
Question 18Single Answer
The famous temples of Khajuraho were built by which dynasty?
A
Parmar
B
Gupta
C
Chandela
D
Maurya
Question 19Single Answer
Which dynasty ruled the Gondwana region of Madhya Pradesh?
A
Kalachuri
B
Gond
C
Tomar
D
Solanki
Question 20Single Answer
Which Maratha dynasty held significant influence in Gwalior?
A
Holkar
B
Scindia
C
Peshwa
D
Gaekwad
Question 21Single Answer
Which ancient empire's influence extended to parts of Madhya Pradesh, as evidenced by Ashokan edicts?
A
Gupta
B
Maurya
C
Vakataka
D
Vardhana
Question 22Single Answer
The famous 'Bhojpur Temple' was constructed by which Parmar ruler?
A
Raja Munja
B
Raja Sindhuraja
C
Raja Bhoj
D
Raja Udayaditya
Question 23Single Answer
Which period saw the rise of the Baghel dynasty in Rewa?
A
Ancient Period
B
Medieval Period
C
Modern Period
D
Post-Independence Period
Question 24Single Answer
The 'Sanchi Stupa' is associated with which emperor?
A
Chandragupta Maurya
B
Ashoka
C
Samudragupta
D
Kanishka
Question 25Single Answer
Which city in Madhya Pradesh was known as 'Mahishmati' in ancient times?
A
Ujjain
B
Maheshwar
C
Mandu
D
Vidisha
Question 26Single Answer
World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1 to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. Which theme was adopted for World AIDS Day 2025?
A
Ending the HIV Epidemic
B
Know Your Status
C
My Health, My Right
D
Zero Discrimination
Question 27Single Answer
India has been re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for the 2025-26 biennium. In which category did India secure the highest votes?
A
Category B (Economic Influence)
B
Category A (Major Maritime States)
C
Category C (Geographical Representation)
D
Observer Category
Question 28Single Answer
The Samudrayaan project, India's first manned deep-sea mission, faced delays in 2025 due to issues with components from which country?
A
United States
B
Russia
C
France
D
Japan
Question 29Single Answer
According to the Lowy Institute's Asia Power Index 2025, India has risen to which position in Asia?
A
3rd
B
2nd
C
1st
D
4th
Question 30Single Answer
Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 4.0 is scheduled to begin on December 2, 2025. Which ministry is hosting this event to strengthen cultural ties between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi?
A
Ministry of Culture
B
Ministry of Education
C
Ministry of Tourism
D
Ministry of External Affairs
General Hindi
Question 31Single Answer
शुद्ध वर्तनी का चयन कीजिए
A
अधम्र
B
अध्रम
C
अधर्म
D
अध्रिम
Question 32Single Answer
शुद्ध वर्तनी का चयन कीजिए
A
स्थायि
B
स्थायी
C
स्थाई
D
स्थाइ
Question 33Single Answer
वर्तनी की दृष्टि से सही शब्द है?
A
महत्व
B
महतव
C
महत्तव
D
महतत्व
Question 34Single Answer
निम्नलिखित में से शुद्ध छांटिए?
A
आयुष्मान
B
आयुश्मान
C
आयुशमान
D
आयुश्यमान
Question 35Single Answer
शुद्ध शब्द नहीं हैं?
A
कवियत्री
B
कौसल्या
C
एश्वर्य
D
श्रृंगार
Question 36Single Answer
शुद्ध वर्तनी है -
A
पूज
B
पुजय
C
पूज्य
D
पुज्य
Question 37Single Answer
शुद्ध वर्तनी है -
A
अनुसरण
B
अनूशरणन
C
अनुशरण
D
अणुशर
Question 38Single Answer
किस क्रमांक में सभी शुद्ध हैं?
A
एक्य,साप्ताहिक
B
आजीविका,आशीर्वाद
C
आर्शिवाद ,अनूकूल
D
निरिक्षण ,कृपालु
Question 39Single Answer
'उज्वल' शब्द का शुद्ध रूप है ?
A
उज्जव
B
उज्ज्ल
C
उज्ज्वल
D
उजवल
Question 40Single Answer
निम्नलिखित प्रश्न में चार वैकल्पिक वर्तनियाॅ दी गई है?
A
जागृत
B
जाग्रति
C
जाग्रित
D
जाग्रत
General English
Question 41Single Answer
I go to Madurai by —– Vaigai Express
A
a
B
an
C
some
D
the
Question 42Single Answer
Have the car stolen!
A
Steal the car
B
You should have the stolen car
C
Get someone to steal the car
D
They have stolen the car
Question 43Single Answer
The payment was collected by the hardworking salesman.
A
The hardworking salesman collected the payment.
B
the salesman who worked heard was able to collect the payment.
C
to collect the payment the salesman had to work hard.
D
The hardworking salesman was able to collect the payment.
Question 44Single Answer
I had to stop all my work to complete this project.
A
All other work had to be stopped to complete this project by me
B
For completing this project all other work must be stopped
C
For completing this project I had to stop all my work
D
To complete this project all other work had been stopped by me
Question 45Single Answer
They have published the names of all the successful candidates.
A
The candidates who have succeeded their names they had published.
B
The names of all the successful candidates have been published by them
C
The candidates who have succeeded their names have been published by them.
D
The names of all the successful candidate were published by them.
Question 46Single Answer
The online shopping site lowered the prices.
A
Lowering of the prices was done by the online shopping site
B
The prices were lowered by the online shopping site
C
The prices had been lowered by the online shopping site
D
The prices have been lowered by the online shopping site
Question 47Single Answer
Who taught you to drive a truck ?
A
To drive a truck by whom were you taught?
B
Driving a truck by who were you taught?
C
Driving a truck by who were you being taught?
D
By whom were you taught to drive a truck?
Question 48Single Answer
We shall invite Suresh.
A
Suresh would be invited by us
B
Suresh would have been invited by us
C
Suresh will be invited by us
D
Suresh will have been invited by us
Question 49Single Answer
Dark clouds have overcast the evening sky.
A
By the dark clouds the evening sky was overcast.
B
The evening sky has been overcast by the dark clouds.
C
Dark clouds overcastted the evening sky.
D
The sky of the evening was overcasted by dark clouds.
Question 50Single Answer
The partners will celebrate their triumph tomorrow.
A
The triumph would be celebrated by the partners a day before
B
The triumph would be celebrated by the partners a day after
C
The triumph would have been celebrated by the partners a day after
D
The triumph will have been celebrated by the partners tomorrow
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General Mathematics
Question 51Single Answer
The cash difference between the selling prices of an article at a profit of 4% and 6% is Rs. 3. The ratio of the two selling prices is:__________ ?
A
51:52
B
52:53
C
51:53
D
52:55
Question 52Single Answer
Which of the following numbers is irrational ?
A
√49
B
0.125
C
√2
D
22/7
Question 53Single Answer
356 x 936 – 356 x 836 = ?
A
35600
B
34500
C
9630
D
93600
Question 54Single Answer
Arrange in descending order: 5/8, 7/10, 3/4
A
3/4 > 7/10 > 5/8
B
7/10 > 3/4 > 5/8
C
3/4 > 5/8 > 7/10
D
5/8 > 7/10 > 3/4
Question 55Single Answer
What is (3^{4} times 9^{2}) ?
A
36
B
38
C
310
D
96
Question 56Single Answer
If 34X-2 = 729, then find the value of X.
A
4
B
3
C
2
D
5
Question 57Single Answer
Convert 0.6 into fraction ?
A
3/5
B
2/3
C
4/5
Question 58Single Answer
The no. plate of a bus had peculiarity. The bus number was a perfect square. It was also a perfect square when the plate numbers were reversed. The bus company had only five hundred buses numbered from 1 to 500. What was the number ?
A
169
B
36
C
196
D
Can not say
Question 59Single Answer
If a and b are positive integers, such that ab = 125, then (a-b)a+b-4 = ?
A
16
B
25
C
28
D
30
Question 60Single Answer
If x*y = x2 + y2 – xy, then value of 9*11 is
A
93
B
103
C
60.5
D
121
Question 61Single Answer
Which is greater ?
A
15/16
B
17/18
C
Equal
D
Cannot compare
Question 62Single Answer
If sum of two numbers is 42 and their product is 437, then find their difference.
A
3
B
4
C
5
D
7
Question 63Single Answer
Write the 44000 in Roman numerals
A
XLI
B
XLVI
C
XLIV
D
XLVIC
Question 64Single Answer
Convert 0.0909… into fraction ?
A
1/11
B
9/11
C
1/9
D
9/10
Question 65Single Answer
What is (98 times 102) ?
A
9996
B
10000
C
10096
D
10196
General Reasoning Ability
Question 66Single Answer
How many such pairs of letters are there in the word ‘CLEANLINESS’ each of the which has as many letters between them in the word as they have in the English alphabet, in the same sequence?
A
Two
B
Three
C
Five
D
Four
E
None of these
Question 67Single Answer
Team A has scored more goals than Team B
Team C has scored fewer goals than Team B
Team A has scored fewer goals than Team C .
If the first two statements are true, the third statement is
A
True
B
False
C
Uncertain
D
None
Question 68Single Answer
If it is possible to make only one meaningful word with the second, the third, the sixth and the eight letters of the word FRAGMENT using each only once, which of the following will be the third letter of that word ? If no such word can be formed, give ‘X’ as the answer and if more than one such word can be formed, give ‘Y’ as the answer.
A
A
B
E
C
T
D
X
E
Y
Question 69Single Answer
How many such letters are there in the word ORIENTAL each of which is as far away from the beginning of the word as when they are arranged alphabetically?
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Three
E
More than three
Question 70Single Answer
How many such pairs of letters in the word CREDIT each of which has as many letters between them in the word as in the English alphabet?
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Three
E
More than three
Question 71Single Answer
How many meaningful words can be made from the letters ‘LMEA’ using each letter only once in each word?
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Three
E
More than three
Question 72Single Answer
If it is possible to make only one meaningful word with the first, the second, the seventh and the eighth letters of the word TEMPORAL, which of the following will be the first letter of that word? If more than one such word can be made, give ‘Y’ as the answer and if no such word can be made, give ‘X’ as the answer.
A
T
B
L
C
E
D
Y
E
X
Question 73Single Answer
If the letters of the word HANDOVER are arranged alphabetically from left to right how many letters will remain at the same position?
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Three
E
More than three
Question 74Single Answer
How many such pairs of letters are there in the word EXCURSION, each of which has as many letters between them in the word as they have in the English alphabet?
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Three
E
More than three
Question 75Single Answer
If it is possible to make only one meaningful word with the first, the second, the third, the sixth and the eighth letters of the word DEVIATION first letter of that word is your answer? If more than one such word can be made formed your answer is ‘A’ and if no such word can be formed your answer is ‘B’.
A
V
B
T
C
E
D
A
E
B
Question 76Single Answer
If each alternate letter beginning with the first in the word WORKING is replaced by the next letter in the English alphabet and each of the remaining letters is replaced by the previous letter in the English alphabet, which of the following will be the fourth from the right and after the replacement ?
A
N
B
Q
C
J
D
M
E
None of these
Question 77Single Answer
How many pairs of letters are there in the word ‘SHIFTED’ each of which has as many letters between its two letters as there are between in the English alphabet?
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Three
E
None of these
Question 78Single Answer
Statement: Is common currency a necessary ingredient for Europe’s growth ?
Arguments :
I. Yes, A common currency will enable entire Europe to market itself as one .
II. No, Similar experiments by Latin America countries have not affected their economies .
A
The only argument I is strong
B
Only argument II is strong
C
Either I or II is strong
D
Neither I nor II is strong
Question 79Single Answer
If it is possible to make only one meaningful word with the first, the fifth, the sixth, the tenth and the eleventh letters of the word EXCEPTIONAL using each letter only once, first letter of that word is your answer. If no such word can be made formed your answer is ‘X’ and if more than one such word can be formed your answer is ‘Y’.
A
P
B
L
C
T
D
X
E
Y
Question 80Single Answer
How many meaningful English words can be formed with the letters RAE using each letter only once in each word?
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Three
E
More than three
General Science
Question 81Single Answer
Temperature can be expressed as derived quantity in terms of
A
length and mass
B
mass and time
C
length, mass and time
D
None of these
Question 82Single Answer
Electron volt is a unit of
A
potential difference
B
charge
C
energy
D
capacity
Question 83Single Answer
Dimensions of impulse are
A
[MLT –1]
B
[MLT²]
C
[MT–2]
D
[ML–1T–3]
Question 84Single Answer
Potential is measured in
A
joule/coulomb
B
watt/coulomb
C
newton–second
D
None of these
Question 85Single Answer
Which of the following is not a synthetic fibre:
A
Anygora
B
Rayon
C
Nylon
D
Polyster
Question 86Single Answer
Which one of the following is not contained in Portland cement ?
A
Ca3Al2O6
B
Ca3SiO5
C
Ca2SiO4
D
Ca3(PO4)2
Question 87Single Answer
What is the reson for white cement to be white ?
A
It does not contain carbon
B
It does not contain silicon
C
It does not contain iron
D
It does not contain calcium
Question 88Single Answer
Which of the following contain enzymes for cellular respiration ?
A
Dictyosomes
B
Endoplasmic reticulum
C
lysosomes
D
Mitochondria
Question 89Single Answer
Which one among the following nutrients is a strctural
A
Cell membrane
B
Plasma membrane
C
Cell wall
D
Nucleus
Question 90Single Answer
Which one among the following nutrients is a structural component of the cell wall of plants ?
A
Manganese
B
Potassium
C
Phosphorus
D
Calcium
General Computer Knowledge
Question 91Single Answer
Which Windows interface element typically appears to display information, a warning, an error message, or a request for confirmation?
A
Window
B
Pop-up menu
C
Message box
D
Taskbar
Question 92Single Answer
What is active desktop ?
A
a term that is synonymous with viewing your desktop as web page
B
a feature to customize your desktop to display informating you can update from the internet
C
both a and b above mentioned
D
A software
E
None of these
Question 93Single Answer
What is meant by an active window?
A
A window that is minimized
B
The window currently receiving user input
C
Any window currently open
D
The window opened first
Question 94Single Answer
What was America Online (AOL) primarily known for during the early popularization of consumer Internet access?
A
An online service providing Internet access and proprietary online content
B
A computer operating system
C
A spreadsheet application
D
A database management system
Question 95Single Answer
An application is
A
word processing, accounting and engineering programs are example of application programs
B
computer program designed to enable users to perform specific job functions
C
Both a and b above mentioned
D
a document
E
None of these
Question 96Single Answer
Which of the following programs enables you to calculate numbers related to rows and columns?
A
Window program
B
Spreadsheet program
C
Graphics program
D
Word program
E
None of these
Question 97Single Answer
The term Briefcase is used for
A
a special folder on the windows desktop used to keep documents up to date when shared between computers
B
a window that us currently open
C
A folder which keeps deleted, files for a while and can be retrieved from it
D
All of the above
E
None of these
Question 98Single Answer
In a graphical user interface, what is a button primarily used for?
A
Executing a command or initiating an action
B
Permanently storing data
C
Displaying the computer's IP address
D
Formatting a disk automatically
Question 99Single Answer
A channel (in windows terminology) is
A
a widely used online service that offers access to the internet
B
a specialized web site designed to work with the windows 98 subscribing feature to automatically download information from the internet and store it on your computer for later viewing
C
an area on the computer memory where text or graphics can be temporarily stored
D
All of the above
E
None of these
Question 100Single Answer
What does a checked checkbox generally indicate in a graphical user interface?
A
The associated option is enabled or selected
B
The application has closed
C
The file has been deleted
D
The computer is offline
Senior Guide
Question 101Single Answer
The Saptanga Theory is described in which ancient text?
A
Manusmriti
B
Arthashastra
C
Rigveda
D
Mahabharata
Question 102Single Answer
The Saptanga Theory was propounded by?
A
Megasthenes
B
Chanakya
C
Kautilya
D
Ashoka
Question 103Single Answer
How many elements constitute the Saptanga Theory?
A
Five
B
Six
C
Seven
D
Eight
Question 104Single Answer
Which of the following is the first element of the Saptanga state?
A
Kosha
B
Mitra
C
Swami
D
Danda
Question 105Single Answer
‘Swami’ in Saptanga Theory refers to?
A
Territory
B
King
C
Army
D
Treasury
Question 106Single Answer
Which quality was considered most important for the Swami?
A
Wealth
B
Military power
C
Moral character and intelligence
D
Religious devotion
Question 107Single Answer
‘Amatya’ refers to?
A
Citizens
B
Ministers and officials
C
Soldiers
D
Spies
Question 108Single Answer
According to Kautilya, Amatyas should be selected based on?
A
Birth
B
Loyalty to king
C
Ability, character, and integrity
D
Religious background
Question 109Single Answer
‘Janapada’ refers to?
A
Capital city
B
Army
C
Territory and population
D
Allies
Question 110Single Answer
A prosperous Janapada requires?
A
Fertile land and hardworking people
B
Large army only
C
Strong fort
D
Religious unity
Question 111Single Answer
‘Durga’ in Saptanga Theory means?
A
Treasury
B
Capital
C
Fortified city
D
Army camp
Question 112Single Answer
Which was NOT a type of Durga mentioned by Kautilya?
A
Water fort
B
Forest fort
C
Desert fort
D
Sea fort
Question 113Single Answer
‘Kosha’ refers to?
A
Army
B
Treasury
C
Fort
D
Territory
Question 114Single Answer
A strong Kosha was essential because it supported?
A
Administration and army
B
Religion
C
Foreign trade only
D
Education
Question 115Single Answer
‘Danda’ signifies?
A
Justice and punishment
B
Treasury
C
Diplomacy
D
Religion
Question 116Single Answer
Danda was essential to maintain?
A
Morality only
B
Social order and law
C
Trade
D
Culture
Question 117Single Answer
‘Mitra’ refers to?
A
Enemies
B
Spies
C
Allies
D
Ministers
Question 118Single Answer
Good Mitras were important for?
A
Internal administration
B
Foreign policy and security
C
Revenue collection
D
Religious unity
Question 119Single Answer
According to Saptanga Theory, the state was considered strong when?
A
One element was strong
B
All seven elements were strong
C
King was powerful
D
Army was large
Question 120Single Answer
Which element directly ensured internal security?
A
Mitra
B
Janapada
C
Danda
D
Kosha
Question 121Single Answer
Which element supported diplomatic relations?
A
Amatya
B
Mitra
C
Durga
D
Kosha
Question 122Single Answer
The Saptanga Theory reflects which type of governance?
A
Democratic
B
Theocratic
C
Practical and administrative
D
Religious
Question 123Single Answer
Which element was considered the backbone of administration?
A
Swami
B
Amatya
C
Kosha
D
Janapada
Question 124Single Answer
Kautilya viewed the state primarily as?
A
Religious institution
B
Moral organization
C
Political-administrative entity
D
Cultural unit
Question 125Single Answer
Which Saptanga element ensured economic stability?
A
Danda
B
Kosha
C
Mitra
D
Durga
Question 126Single Answer
The Saptanga Theory emphasizes?
A
Balance among state elements
B
Absolute monarchy
C
Religious authority
D
Popular sovereignty
Question 127Single Answer
Which element directly protected the king?
A
Durga
B
Danda
C
Amatya
D
Mitra
Question 128Single Answer
The theory suggests that loss of one Anga leads to?
A
Temporary weakness
B
Collapse of state
C
Religious decline
D
Social unrest only
Question 129Single Answer
Which element connects internal and external security?
A
Mitra
B
Danda
C
Durga
D
Kosha
Question 130Single Answer
The Saptanga Theory reflects Mauryan emphasis on?
A
Centralized administration
B
Decentralization
C
Religious governance
D
Tribal rule
Question 131Single Answer
Which Anga was directly linked with military expenditure?
A
Kosha
B
Janapada
C
Durga
D
Mitra
Question 132Single Answer
Which Anga ensured loyalty within administration?
A
Amatya
B
Mitra
C
Danda
D
Janapada
Question 133Single Answer
The Saptanga Theory was mainly meant to guide?
A
Religious leaders
B
Kings and administrators
C
Merchants
D
Citizens
Question 134Single Answer
The Mauryan state under Chandragupta followed the Saptanga model because it was?
A
Simple
B
Idealistic
C
Practical
D
Religious
Question 135Single Answer
Which Anga symbolized territorial integrity?
A
Janapada
B
Kosha
C
Mitra
D
Danda
Question 136Single Answer
The Mauryan espionage system was based on?
A
Open intelligence
B
Secret informants
C
Military reports
D
Religious messengers
Question 137Single Answer
Mauryan spies were known as?
A
Vishkanyas
B
Dutas
C
Gudha-purushas
D
Rajukas
Question 138Single Answer
Gudha-purushas were primarily used for?
A
Tax collection
B
Law enforcement
C
Intelligence gathering
D
Religious propagation
Question 139Single Answer
The espionage system helped the king to?
A
Expand religion
B
Monitor officials and people
C
Promote trade
D
Educate citizens
Question 140Single Answer
Spies reported directly to?
A
Amatyas
B
Local officers
C
King
D
Army generals
Question 141Single Answer
Which text gives detailed account of Mauryan espionage?
A
Arthashastra
B
Indica
C
Manusmriti
D
Puranas
Question 142Single Answer
Which Greek ambassador described Mauryan administration?
A
Herodotus
B
Strabo
C
Megasthenes
D
Pliny
Question 143Single Answer
Megasthenes described the Mauryan capital in his book?
A
Geographia
B
Indica
C
Historia
D
Arthashastra
Question 144Single Answer
According to Megasthenes, Pataliputra had how many municipal boards?
A
Four
B
Five
C
Six
D
Seven
Question 145Single Answer
How many members were there in total in municipal administration?
A
18
B
24
C
30
D
36
Question 146Single Answer
One municipal board looked after?
A
Trade and commerce
B
Military affairs
C
Education
D
Religion
Question 147Single Answer
Which board regulated foreigners?
A
Industrial board
B
Census board
C
Foreigners’ board
D
Revenue board
Question 148Single Answer
The board of industry supervised?
A
Artisans and craftsmen
B
Priests
C
Soldiers
D
Farmers
Question 149Single Answer
Census board was responsible for?
A
Population records
B
Tax collection
C
Justice
D
Trade
Question 150Single Answer
Which board looked after public welfare and sanitation?
A
Industrial board
B
Welfare board
C
Census board
D
Treasury board
Question 151Single Answer
The municipal system shows Mauryan administration was?
A
Rural-based
B
Decentralized
C
Highly organized
D
Tribal
Question 152Single Answer
Espionage helped Ashoka mainly in?
A
War planning
B
Maintaining law and order
C
Religious conversion
D
Trade promotion
Question 153Single Answer
Spies were appointed in?
A
Cities only
B
Villages only
C
Both rural and urban areas
D
Border areas only
Question 154Single Answer
The Mauryan spy system reduced?
A
Corruption
B
Revolts
C
Misgovernance
D
All of the above
Question 155Single Answer
Megasthenes admired Mauryan administration because it was?
A
Religious
B
Democratic
C
Efficient and disciplined
D
Decentralized
Question 156Single Answer
Municipal boards indicate concern for?
A
Urban governance
B
Military expansion
C
Religion
D
Education
Question 157Single Answer
Foreigners’ board regulated?
A
Trade taxes
B
Entry and movement of foreigners
C
Military alliances
D
Diplomacy
Question 158Single Answer
The existence of municipal boards suggests?
A
Village dominance
B
Strong urban life
C
Tribal administration
D
Feudalism
Question 159Single Answer
The espionage system ensured?
A
Transparency
B
Accountability of officials
C
Religious harmony
D
Economic equality
Question 160Single Answer
Mauryan municipal administration was supervised by?
A
Local assemblies
B
Central authority
C
Religious heads
D
Merchants
Question 161Single Answer
Espionage reflected which principle of Arthashastra?
A
Idealism
B
Moral governance
C
Realpolitik
D
Religious ethics
Question 162Single Answer
Municipal boards were composed of?
A
Priests
B
Soldiers
C
Officials
D
Merchants only
Question 163Single Answer
Which aspect shows Mauryan concern for public health?
A
Military camps
B
Welfare board
C
Spy system
D
Treasury
Question 164Single Answer
Megasthenes compared Pataliputra to?
A
Rome
B
Athens
C
Susa
D
Babylon
Question 165Single Answer
The Mauryan administrative system aimed at?
A
King’s luxury
B
Welfare and control
C
Religious dominance
D
Local autonomy
Question 166Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma was primarily a?
A
New religion
B
Code of conduct
C
Sectarian faith
D
Philosophical school
Question 167Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma emphasized?
A
Rituals
B
Moral and ethical living
C
Sacrifices
D
Idol worship
Question 168Single Answer
Ashoka adopted Dhamma after which event?
A
Coronation
B
Kalinga War
C
Council at Pataliputra
D
Buddhist Sangha entry
Question 169Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma rejected?
A
Violence and intolerance
B
Buddhism
C
Administration
D
Kingship
Question 170Single Answer
Which value was central to Ashoka’s Dhamma?
A
Ahimsa
B
Expansion
C
Ritualism
D
Asceticism
Question 171Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma aimed at?
A
Converting people to Buddhism
B
Promoting social harmony
C
Strengthening Brahmanism
D
Military discipline
Question 172Single Answer
Ashoka spread Dhamma through?
A
Vedas
B
Religious sermons
C
Inscriptions and edicts
D
Military officers
Question 173Single Answer
Which officials were appointed to spread Dhamma?
A
Rajukas
B
Dutas
C
Dhamma-Mahamatras
D
Amatyas
Question 174Single Answer
Dhamma-Mahamatras were appointed during?
A
Chandragupta’s reign
B
Bindusara’s reign
C
Ashoka’s reign
D
Post-Mauryan period
Question 175Single Answer
Dhamma-Mahamatras worked for?
A
Revenue collection
B
Moral welfare of people
C
Military training
D
Trade regulation
Question 176Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma promoted respect for?
A
Only Buddhism
B
All sects
C
Only Brahmanism
D
Only Jainism
Question 177Single Answer
Ashoka’s policy of Dhamma shows him as a?
A
Theocratic ruler
B
Welfare-oriented ruler
C
Military conqueror
D
Ritual king
Question 178Single Answer
Which inscription explains Ashoka’s Dhamma clearly?
A
Minor Rock Edicts
B
Major Rock Edicts
C
Pillar Edicts
D
Cave inscriptions
Question 179Single Answer
Ashoka discouraged which practice?
A
Charity
B
Animal sacrifice
C
Respect for elders
D
Kindness
Question 180Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma focused on duties towards?
A
Gods
B
King only
C
Parents, elders, servants
D
Army
Question 181Single Answer
Dhamma-Mahamatras reported to?
A
Local governors
B
Buddhist monks
C
Ashoka directly
D
Army officers
Question 182Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma helped reduce?
A
Administrative cost
B
Social conflicts
C
Tax revenue
D
Urbanization
Question 183Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma reflects which idea?
A
Political absolutism
B
Ethical governance
C
Religious orthodoxy
D
Military expansion
Question 184Single Answer
Ashoka did NOT emphasize?
A
Obedience to parents
B
Respect for teachers
C
Blind faith
D
Compassion
Question 185Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma was universal because it?
A
Was based on Buddhism only
B
Ignored social ethics
C
Applied to all people
D
Forced conversions
Question 186Single Answer
Dhamma aimed at transformation through?
A
Force
B
Moral persuasion
C
Military law
D
Punishment
Question 187Single Answer
Ashoka’s inscriptions were written in?
A
Sanskrit only
B
Prakrit mainly
C
Pali only
D
Greek only
Question 188Single Answer
Ashoka’s concern for public welfare included?
A
Hospitals and wells
B
Temples only
C
Forts
D
Armies
Question 189Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma strengthened Mauryan rule by?
A
Fear
B
Moral legitimacy
C
Religious domination
D
Military expansion
Question 190Single Answer
Which value was NOT part of Ashoka’s Dhamma?
A
Tolerance
B
Non-violence
C
Expansionism
D
Compassion
Question 191Single Answer
Ashoka’s policy marked a shift from?
A
Welfare to control
B
Violence to peace
C
Decentralization to centralization
D
Religion to politics
Question 192Single Answer
Dhamma-Mahamatras worked among?
A
Elites only
B
Common people
C
Army only
D
Priests only
Question 193Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma can best be described as?
A
State religion
B
Moral law
C
Buddhist doctrine
D
Ritual code
Question 194Single Answer
Ashoka’s ethical governance influenced later ideas of?
A
Imperialism
B
Welfare state
C
Colonialism
D
Feudalism
Question 195Single Answer
Which Mauryan ruler is remembered as ‘Dharmashoka’?
A
Chandragupta
B
Bindusara
C
Ashoka
D
Brihadratha
Question 196Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma encouraged harmony between?
A
King and army
B
Different religious sects
C
Cities only
D
Rulers only
Question 197Single Answer
Ashoka’s policy was revolutionary because it linked?
A
Religion and war
B
Morality and administration
C
Trade and religion
D
Army and religion
Question 198Single Answer
Ashoka’s inscriptions are important because they are?
A
Religious texts
B
Literary works
C
First written records by an Indian king
D
Buddhist scriptures
Question 199Single Answer
Ashoka’s Dhamma aimed at creating a society based on?
A
Fear
B
Equality and compassion
C
Ritual purity
D
Caste dominance
Question 200Single Answer
Mauryan administration under Ashoka is remembered mainly for?