Ancient Indian History Quiz Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)


Q.  Which of the following were the principal crops grown during the Mauryan period?
1) Wheat
2) Rice
3) Barley
4) Millet
Select the correct option from the codes given below:


a. only 1 & 2
b. only 1, 2, & 3
c. only 1, 2, & 4
d. 1, 2, 3 and 4


ANSWER: See Answer
 
During the Mauryan age, the mainstay of the economy was agriculture. The principal crops that were grown are as follows: various varieties of rice, barley, millet, wheat, sugarcane, and most of the pulses, peas, and oilseeds.
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