History · From State to Empire
UGC NET December 2019 History
Arrange the following kingdoms of the Dakshinapatha, conquered by Samudragupta, in the order in which they are mentioned in the Allahabad Pillar inscription. Select the correct option.
- 1. Devarashtra
- 2. Kanchi
- 3. Pishtapura
- 4. Vengi
A2, 1, 4, 3
B1, 3, 2, 4
C3, 2, 4, 1 ✓ Correct
D3, 1, 2, 4
Correct answer: (C) 3, 2, 4, 1 — The correct order is 3, 2, 4, 1.
Explanation
★The correct order is 3, 2, 4, 1.
★The Allahabad Pillar inscription records Samudragupta's southern campaign.
★The kingdoms of the Dakshinapatha are named in a set order.
★Pishtapura is mentioned first, then Kanchi.
★Vengi follows, and then Devarashtra.
★So the order in the inscription is Pishtapura, Kanchi, Vengi and Devarashtra.
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