Historical Developments in South and Southeast Asian Empires Quiz

Explore the grandeur of Taj Mahal, Khmer Empire's founder, Srivijaya's maritime power & more. Challenge yourself with 17 questions!

#1

Which South Asian empire was known for its architectural masterpiece, the Taj Mahal?

Mughal Empire
Vijayanagara Empire
Maurya Empire
Chola Empire
#2

During which era did the Ayutthaya Kingdom become a powerful and influential state in Southeast Asia?

Sukhothai Era
Rattanakosin Era
U Thong Era
Thonburi Era
#3

Which Southeast Asian empire was influenced by Indian culture and became a center for the spread of Theravada Buddhism?

Khmer Empire
Majapahit Empire
Srivijaya Empire
Pagan Empire
#4

The Borobudur temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is associated with which ancient Southeast Asian empire?

Majapahit Empire
Srivijaya Empire
Chola Empire
Pagan Empire
#5

The Burmese Konbaung Dynasty faced conflicts with which European colonial power during the First Anglo-Burmese War?

France
Portugal
Netherlands
Britain
#6

Who was the founder of the Khmer Empire in Southeast Asia?

Suryavarman II
Jayavarman VII
Angkor Wat
Rajendra Chola
#7

During which century did the Srivijaya Empire flourish as a maritime power in Southeast Asia?

9th century
13th century
6th century
15th century
#8

The Spice Islands, also known as the Moluccas, were a significant region for trade and were located in which part of Southeast Asia?

Java Sea
Sulu Sea
Celebes Sea
Banda Sea
#9

Who was the famous naval explorer from the Ming Dynasty who led seven expeditions to Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Africa in the 15th century?

Zheng He
Kublai Khan
Hongwu Emperor
Qin Shi Huang
#10

The Malacca Sultanate, a major center for trade and commerce in Southeast Asia, was strategically located along the strait that connects which two bodies of water?

Andaman Sea and South China Sea
Java Sea and Celebes Sea
Sulu Sea and Banda Sea
Strait of Malacca and Gulf of Thailand
#11

Which South Asian empire was known for its administrative efficiency, extensive road systems, and the establishment of the Grand Trunk Road?

Gupta Empire
Mughal Empire
Maurya Empire
Vijayanagara Empire
#12

The Burmese Empire, also known as the Konbaung Dynasty, existed during which period?

16th - 18th centuries
10th - 12th centuries
6th - 8th centuries
19th - 20th centuries
#13

Which South Asian empire was ruled by the powerful emperor Ashoka, known for his conversion to Buddhism?

Maurya Empire
Gupta Empire
Chola Empire
Kushan Empire
#14

The Champa Kingdom, known for its maritime trade and Hindu culture, was situated in present-day which country?

Vietnam
Thailand
Cambodia
Indonesia
#15

The Majapahit Empire, one of the last major Hindu empires in Southeast Asia, was centered on the island of?

Borneo
Sumatra
Java
Sulawesi
#16

The Srivijaya Empire controlled strategic maritime routes and was involved in the trade of which highly sought-after commodity during its peak?

Silk
Spices
Gold
Gemstones
#17

The Bruneian Empire, located on the island of Borneo, was known for its dominance in trade related to which resource?

Timber
Petroleum
Rice
Tin

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