UPPCS (Pre, Re-Exam) 2015

Imperial Nomenclature

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer: | List-I (Emperor) | List-II (Titles) | | :--- | :--- | | A. Ashoka | 1. Parakramank | | B. Samudragupta | 2. Priyadarsin | | C. Chandragupta-II | 3. Kramaditya | | D. Skandgupta | 4. Vikramaditya |

Solution & Analysis

Answer: C

Concept Imperial titles were essential markers of identity and legacy for ancient Indian monarchs, often describing their virtues or power.

Explanation
Ashoka: Known as Priyadarsin ('One who looks with kindness').
Samudragupta: Known as Parakramanka ('One who is valiant').
Chandragupta II: Famously known as Vikramaditya ('Sun of Valour').
Skandagupta: Known as Kramaditya ('One who has fame in action').

Logical Breakup
Logic 1: A matches 2 (Ashoka - Priyadarsin).
Logic 2: B matches 1 (Samudragupta - Parakramank).
Logic 3: C matches 4 (Chandragupta II - Vikramaditya).
Logic 4: D matches 3 (Skandagupta - Kramaditya).

Active Recall

Question

What is the meaning of the title 'Priyadarsin' used by Ashoka?

Answer

It means 'Pleasing to the eye' or 'He who looks with kindness on all'.

Core Insight

The progression of titles from the benevolent 'Priyadarsin' to the militaristic 'Vikramaditya' reflects the changing nature of royal authority over centuries.