State PCS PYQPrelims 2024

BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 87

Consider the following about King Pravarasena (I): a. He was the real founder of the Vakataka dynasty. b. His empire extended from Bundelkhand in the north to Hyderabad in the south. c. He succeeded his father, King Vindhyashakti. d. He is mentioned in the Puranas. Which of the statements are correct?

  1. a and b both
  2. a and c both
  3. b, c and d
  4. More than one of the above
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Answer: (D) More than one of the above

Explanation

Pravarasena I, son of Vindhyashakti, expanded the Vakataka realm, took the title Samrat and appears in the Puranas.

  • (A) Incorrect

    Wrong: c and d are also correct.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: b and d are also correct.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: a is also correct.

  • (D) Correct

    Correct: all four statements are correct.