- 1. Asian history is a vast and rich tapestry of diverse cultures, civilizations, and traditions spanning thousands of years. From the ancient empires of China, India, and Japan to the intricate kingdoms of Southeast Asia, the history of Asia is marked by periods of great innovation, achievement, and conflict. The region has been home to significant developments in philosophy, art, religion, technology, and trade, shaping not only its own destiny but also influencing the course of global history. From the Silk Road connecting east and west to the rise and fall of dynasties, the story of Asia is one of resilience, adaptation, and transformation. Today, Asia continues to play a crucial role in shaping the world, with its economic power, cultural influence, and global perspectives making it a dynamic and fascinating part of our shared human story.
Which Chinese dynasty is known for building the Great Wall of China?
A) Tang Dynasty
B) Han Dynasty
C) Song Dynasty
D) Qin Dynasty
- 2. Which Indian leader is known for his nonviolent resistance to British colonial rule?
A) Indira Gandhi
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Subhas Chandra Bose
D) Mahatma Gandhi
- 3. Who was the first female Prime Minister of India?
A) Indira Gandhi
B) Vasundhara Raje
C) Sonia Gandhi
D) Priyanka Gandhi
- 4. In which country did the Khmer Empire flourish?
A) Cambodia
B) Laos
C) Thailand
D) Vietnam
- 5. Which Korean leader is known as the 'Great Leader'?
A) Kim Il-sung
B) Park Chung-hee
C) Kim Jong-il
D) Kim Jong-un
- 6. Who was the founder of the Mongol Empire?
A) Genghis Khan
B) Attila the Hun
C) Kublai Khan
D) Timur
- 7. Which Chinese philosopher is known for his teachings on ethics and morality?
A) Mencius
B) Sun Tzu
C) Confucius
D) Laozi
- 8. In which year did the Korean War begin?
A) 1970
B) 1950
C) 1960
D) 1945
- 9. What was the name of the code of ethics followed by the samurai warriors in Japan?
A) Zen
B) Shinto
C) Bushido
D) Hagakure
- 10. Which ancient civilization developed the concept of decimal system and zero?
A) Chinese civilization
B) Indian civilization
C) Egyptian civilization
D) Mesopotamian civilization
- 11. Who was the first Korean ruler to formally adopt Buddhism in Korea?
A) King Sejong
B) King Taejo
C) King Gwanggaeto
D) King Beopheung
- 12. Which Southeast Asian country was known as Siam until 1939?
A) Vietnam
B) Indonesia
C) Myanmar
D) Thailand
- 13. Who was the first Emperor of the Maurya Empire in India?
A) Chandragupta Maurya
B) Bindusara
C) Dhanananda
D) Ashoka the Great
- 14. What was the name of the period of rapid economic growth and development in South Korea post Korean War?
A) Korean Economic Boom
B) Korean Renaissance
C) Miracle on the Han River
D) Seoul Spring
- 15. Which Mongolian emperor founded the Yuan dynasty in China?
A) Kublai Khan
B) Genghis Khan
C) Ogedei Khan
D) Bat Khan
- 16. Who was the first President of Indonesia after its independence from Dutch colonial rule?
A) Sukarno
B) Joko Widodo
C) Suharto
D) Megawati Sukarnoputri
- 17. Which Indian leader was known as the 'Architect of Modern India'?
A) B.R. Ambedkar
B) Sardar Patel
C) Indira Gandhi
D) Jawaharlal Nehru
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