Assertion (A): Most mahajanapadas were monarchies. Reason (R): The rāja was the highest authority. Choose the correct option:
  • A. Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A
  • B. Both are true, but R is not the explanation
  • C. A is true, R is false
  • D. A is false, R is true
Why is a monarchy called a hereditary system?
  • Because the king is elected by the assembly.
  • Because the position of the king usually passed from father to son.
  • Because the king is chosen by the citizens.
  • Because the king is selected by the army.
Why did kings collect taxes?
  • To distribute wealth among citizens.
  • To run the government, maintain the army, and build fortifications.
  • To fund public celebrations.
  • To increase their personal wealth.
Why are Vajji and Malla considered early republics?
  • Because they were ruled by kings.
  • Because important decisions were taken by the assembly, and the ruler was selected by its members.
  • Because they had a hereditary monarchy.
  • Because they were governed by military leaders.
What does the term New Beginnings refer to?
  • End of kingdoms
  • Rise of new cities and states
  • Foreign invasions
  • Decline of trade
Which period saw the rise of new cities and states in India?
  • Ancient period
  • Early medieval period
  • Modern period
  • Prehistoric period
What was a major reason for the growth of new cities?
  • Decline in population
  • Increase in trade
  • Lack of resources
  • Isolation
Who established new states during this period?
  • Farmers
  • Traders
  • Rulers and kings
  • Artisans
What role did trade play in city development?
  • It reduced population
  • It slowed growth
  • It encouraged expansion
  • It had no effect
What were mandis?
  • Temples
  • Markets
  • Schools
  • Palaces
Who were mainly involved in trade?
  • Farmers
  • Soldiers
  • Merchants
  • Priests
What type of architecture developed in cities?
  • Only huts
  • Monuments and buildings
  • Underground houses
  • No structures
Why were rivers important for cities?
  • For decoration
  • For transport and water supply
  • For defense only
  • No importance
Who were artisans?
  • Rulers
  • Craftsmen
  • Soldiers
  • Priests
What was a common occupation in cities?
  • Hunting
  • Trading
  • Fishing only
  • Mining only
How did rulers maintain law and order?
  • By ignoring problems
  • Through administration and armies
  • By trade
  • By farming
What role did religion play in cities?
  • No role
  • It influenced culture and structures
  • Only for rulers
  • Only for traders
What was a main source of revenue?
  • Donations only
  • Taxes
  • Gifts from friends
  • Farming only
What was an administrative feature of new states?
  • No governance
  • Organized administration
  • Only military rule
  • No rules
How did cultural exchanges happen?
  • Isolation
  • Through trade and travel
  • By wars only
  • No exchange
Why are these developments called New Beginnings?
  • End of history
  • Start of new political and urban growth
  • Decline of cities
  • No change
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