Odisha and Kalinga MCQ: facts and a 5-question quiz

Kharavela, Ashoka's Dhauli and the Ganga kings: a multiple-choice quiz on Kalinga. This is a multiple-choice quiz with 5 questions, each worth more points as the questions get harder.

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What this quiz covers

Era: Ancient to medieval. Region: Odisha. The 5 questions are about the following, with a short fact for each. Read them first if you want a head start, or skip to the quiz and read afterwards.

Facts behind the questions (spoilers)

• Kalinga War: Ashoka's edicts at Dhauli speak of Kalinga.
• Kharavela: Kharavela of the Mahameghavahana dynasty ruled Kalinga in the 1st century BCE.
• Eastern Gangas: Narasimhadeva I built it in the 13th century.
• Jagannath Temple: The Jagannath temple was begun by Chodaganga around 1100.
• Battle of Gohiratikri: A Bengal army under Sulaiman Karrani, with the general Kalapahad, defeated Mukunda Deva at Gohiratikri in 1568.

Quick answers

What should I know about Kalinga War? Ashoka's edicts at Dhauli speak of Kalinga.

What should I know about Kharavela? Kharavela of the Mahameghavahana dynasty ruled Kalinga in the 1st century BCE.

What should I know about Eastern Gangas? Narasimhadeva I built it in the 13th century.

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