Question

Arrange the following events in a chronological order and choose the correct option: 
I. Beginning of Gupta rule 
II. End of Mauryan Empire 
III. Rise of Pallavas in Tamil Nadu 
IV. Rise of Harshavardhana as a king of Kannauj 
 

• A. I, III, II and IV
• B. II, I, III and IV
• C. III, IV, I and II
• D. IV, I, II and III

Hint:

Create a chronological timeline of major dynasties and rulers. This will help you in questions which involve time based sequencing.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

II. Mauryan Empire's Demise: The Mauryan empire concluded in the 2nd century BCE, marking a critical and the earliest period in ancient Indian chronology.
I. Gupta Rule's Commencement: The Gupta dynasty ascended around the 4th century CE, often referred to as the 'Golden Age' of Indian history, following the fragmentation of power after the Mauryan decline.
III. Pallava Ascendancy in Tamil Nadu: The Pallava Dynasty established itself in Tamil Nadu around the 6th century CE, subsequent to the decline of Gupta authority.
IV. Harshavardhana's Ascent in Kannauj: Harshavardhana emerged as a ruler in Kannauj (UP) in the 7th century CE, chronologically after the Pallavas.