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Historical Developments in South and Southeast Asian Empires Quiz

#1

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

Mughal Empire
Explanation

Known for its architectural marvels including the Taj Mahal.

#2

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

Sukhothai Era
Explanation

Became powerful and influential during the Sukhothai Era.

#3

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

Pagan Empire
Explanation

Influenced by Indian culture and center for the spread of Theravada Buddhism.

#4

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

Srivijaya Empire
Explanation

Associated with the Srivijaya Empire, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

#5

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

Britain
Explanation

Faced conflicts with Britain during the First Anglo-Burmese War.

#6

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

Suryavarman II
Explanation

Regarded as the founder of the Khmer Empire.

#7

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

9th century
Explanation

Flourished as a maritime power during the 9th 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?

Banda Sea
Explanation

Located in the Banda Sea, they were significant for trade.

#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
Explanation

Famous Ming Dynasty naval explorer who led seven expeditions.

#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?

Strait of Malacca and Gulf of Thailand
Explanation

Strategically located along the Strait of Malacca and the 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?

Maurya Empire
Explanation

Known for administrative efficiency, extensive road systems, and the Grand Trunk Road.

#12

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

16th - 18th centuries
Explanation

Existed from the 16th to the 18th centuries.

#13

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

Maurya Empire
Explanation

Ruled by the powerful emperor Ashoka, known for his conversion to Buddhism.

#14

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

Vietnam
Explanation

Situated in present-day Vietnam, known for maritime trade and Hindu culture.

#15

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

Java
Explanation

Centered on the island of Java, one of the last major Hindu empires in Southeast Asia.

#16

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

Spices
Explanation

Involved in the trade of spices during its peak.

#17

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

Tin
Explanation

Known for dominance in trade related to tin.

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