Regional Kingdoms

History ⇒ Medieval Indian History

Regional Kingdoms starts at 8 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Regional Kingdoms. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.

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Describe one major contribution of the Chola dynasty to Indian administration.

Describe the administrative system of the Cholas.

Describe the cultural achievements of the Rashtrakutas.

Describe the impact of regional kingdoms on the development of Indian languages and literature.

Explain the importance of the city of Kannauj in medieval Indian history.

Explain the role of regional kingdoms in the spread of Indian culture abroad.

Explain the role of temples in the economy of regional kingdoms in South India.

Context: During the reign of Krishnadevaraya, the Vijayanagara Empire reached its peak in terms of territorial expansion and cultural achievements. Question: What were two major achievements of Krishnadevaraya that contributed to the prosperity of the Vijayanagara Empire?

Which of the following dynasties ruled over parts of present-day Karnataka? (1) Cholas (2) Chalukyas (3) Palas (4) Pratiharas

Which of the following is a correct match? (1) Cholas – Thanjavur (2) Palas – Badami (3) Rashtrakutas – Kannauj (4) Pratiharas – Kanchipuram

Which of the following regional kingdoms was NOT located in South India? (1) Cholas (2) Chalukyas (3) Palas (4) Rashtrakutas

Which of the following statements is correct about the Chalukyas? (1) They ruled in North India (2) Their capital was Badami (3) They were known for maritime trade (4) They were defeated by the Mughals

Fill in the blank: The ________ dynasty ruled over Bengal and parts of Bihar during the medieval period.

Fill in the blank: The ________ dynasty was known for its support to Mahayana Buddhism.

Fill in the blank: The ________ dynasty was known for the construction of the Virupaksha Temple at Pattadakal.

Fill in the blank: The ________ kingdom was involved in the tripartite struggle for Kannauj.

True or False: The Chalukyas were known for their rock-cut temples at Badami, Aihole, and Pattadakal.

True or False: The Cholas introduced a new system of land measurement and revenue collection.

True or False: The Cholas sent naval expeditions to Southeast Asia.

True or False: The Pratiharas played a significant role in defending India from Arab invasions.