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Which dynasty played a significant role in the region's history, with their capital at Ujjain?
Which dynasty played a significant role in the region's history, with their capital at Ujjain?
Which of the following tribes inhabited the region during the Vedic Period?
Which of the following tribes inhabited the region during the Vedic Period?
Which of the following empires ruled Madhya Pradesh during the period 322-185 BCE?
Which of the following empires ruled Madhya Pradesh during the period 322-185 BCE?
Which of the following dynasties ruled from Mandu?
Which of the following dynasties ruled from Mandu?
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Which of the following clans ruled different parts of Madhya Pradesh during the Rajput Period?
Which of the following clans ruled different parts of Madhya Pradesh during the Rajput Period?
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Which of the following empires ruled Madhya Pradesh during the period 320-550 CE?
Which of the following empires ruled Madhya Pradesh during the period 320-550 CE?
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Which of the following dynasties ruled from Gwalior?
Which of the following dynasties ruled from Gwalior?
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Which of the following tribes did NOT inhabit the region during the Vedic Period?
Which of the following tribes did NOT inhabit the region during the Vedic Period?
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Who ruled from Ujjain during the Mauryan Empire?
Who ruled from Ujjain during the Mauryan Empire?
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Study Notes
Ancient Period
- Indus Valley Civilization (3300-1300 BCE): Madhya Pradesh was a part of the Indus Valley Civilization, with excavated sites like Eran, Ujjain, and Maheshwar.
- Vedic Period (1500-500 BCE): The region was inhabited by various tribes, including the Malavas, Avantis, and Dasarnas.
- Mauryan Empire (322-185 BCE): Madhya Pradesh was a part of the Mauryan Empire, with the famous Buddhist monk, Ashoka, ruling from Ujjain.
- Shunga and Kanva Dynasties (185 BCE-30 CE): These dynasties ruled Madhya Pradesh after the decline of the Mauryan Empire.
- Satavahana Dynasty (30 BCE-230 CE): This dynasty played a significant role in the region's history, with their capital at Ujjain.
- Gupta Empire (320-550 CE): Madhya Pradesh was a part of the Gupta Empire, during which time Hinduism and Buddhism flourished.
Medieval Period
- Rajput Period (8th-12th century): Rajput clans like the Paramaras, Chandellas, and Bundelas ruled different parts of Madhya Pradesh.
- Delhi Sultanate (12th-14th century): The Delhi Sultanate conquered parts of Madhya Pradesh, with the Khalji and Tughlaq dynasties ruling from Delhi.
- Malwa Sultanate (14th-16th century): The Malwa Sultanate was established by Dilawar Khan, with its capital at Mandu.
- Mughal Empire (16th-18th century): Madhya Pradesh was a part of the Mughal Empire, with Akbar, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb ruling from Delhi.
- Maratha Rule (18th century): The Marathas conquered parts of Madhya Pradesh, with the Scindias ruling from Gwalior and the Holkars from Indore.
Ancient Period
- The Indus Valley Civilization (3300-1300 BCE) had excavated sites in Madhya Pradesh, including Eran, Ujjain, and Maheshwar.
- During the Vedic Period (1500-500 BCE), various tribes inhabited the region, such as the Malavas, Avantis, and Dasarnas.
- The Mauryan Empire (322-185 BCE) ruled Madhya Pradesh, with the famous Buddhist monk Ashoka ruling from Ujjain.
- The Shunga and Kanva Dynasties (185 BCE-30 CE) succeeded the Mauryan Empire in ruling the region.
- The Satavahana Dynasty (30 BCE-230 CE) had its capital at Ujjain and played a significant role in the region's history.
- The Gupta Empire (320-550 CE) saw a flourish of Hinduism and Buddhism in Madhya Pradesh.
Medieval Period
- Rajput clans like the Paramaras, Chandellas, and Bundelas ruled different parts of Madhya Pradesh during the 8th-12th century.
- The Delhi Sultanate (12th-14th century) conquered parts of Madhya Pradesh, with the Khalji and Tughlaq dynasties ruling from Delhi.
- The Malwa Sultanate (14th-16th century) was established by Dilawar Khan, with its capital at Mandu.
- The Mughal Empire (16th-18th century) ruled Madhya Pradesh, with Akbar, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb ruling from Delhi.
- The Marathas conquered parts of Madhya Pradesh in the 18th century, with the Scindias ruling from Gwalior and the Holkars from Indore.
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Explore the ancient history of Madhya Pradesh, from the Indus Valley Civilization to the Mauryan Empire and beyond. Discover the regions and dynasties that shaped the state's past.
