UPSC History The Mourya Empire Question Bank Maurya Period

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    Vyayapuri the capital of Ikshvakus is represented by

    A)  Madurai          

    B)  Kanheri            

    C)  Nagarjunakonda           

    D)  Paithan           

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Ikshvakus were one of the earliest recorded ruling dynastiqs of the Krishna-Guntur regions of Andhra Pradesh. Their capital Vijayapuri is represented by Nagarjunakonda. Madurai was the capital of Padyas. The Kanheri Caves were situated in Mumbai and were once inhabited by the monks as a refuge from the rains and harsh weather. Paithan, also called Pratisthana in ancient time was one of the capitals of Satvahanas.


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