46. The “urbanization” during this period was primarily driven by the growth of:
a) Political centers and administrative capitals
b) Religious centers and pilgrimage sites
c) Trade and commercial hubs
d) Art and cultural centers
47. The decline of long-distance trade during this period led to the growth of which economic system?
a) Subsistence economy
b) Cottage industry-based economy
c) Local and regional trade networks
d) Feudal economy
48. The emergence of the “Nagara” and “Dravida” architectural styles was associated with the construction of:
a) Forts and palaces
b) Temples and religious structures
c) Marketplaces and bazaars
d) Reservoirs and water tanks
49. The decline of the Gupta Empire led to the rise of which dynasty in North India?
a) Pala dynasty
b) Rashtrakuta dynasty
c) Chola dynasty
d) Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty
50. The “Arab traders” during this period played a significant role in the trade of:
a) Spices and precious stones
b) Silk and textiles
c) Ivory and wood
d) Horses and camels
