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Daily UKPSC / UKSSSC MCQs : Uttarakhand
13 December, 2025
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Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Nimbara, the founder of the second family of the Kartikeyapura dynasty:
I. He was a follower of Shaivism
II. The name of his queen was Nathu Devi
III. He constructed temple spires (vimanas) at the Jageshwar temple
IV. He built the Baijnath temple
Which of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only I and II
(B) Only I, II and III
(C) Only II, III and IV
(D) I, II, III and IV
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Explanation:
Statement I is correct because Nimbara was a Shaivite ruler, reflecting his devotion to Lord Shiva.
Statement II is correct because his queen’s name was Nathu Devi.
Statement III is correct because Nimbara had the vimanas (temple spires) constructed at the Jageshwar temple, showing his patronage of Shaiva architecture and religious tradition.
Statement IV is incorrect because the Baijnath temple was built not by Nimbara but by Bhudeva, the son of Lalitasuradeva, who belonged to a later generation of the second family.
Nimbara was the founder of the second family of the Kartikeyapura dynasty and was the first Katyuri ruler to initiate temple architecture, selecting Jageshwar as the most sacred Shaiva center of Kumaon.
Q2. Which of the following statements best describes Nimbardeva’s architectural and religious contribution?
(A) He was famous only for military victories
(B) He initiated temple architecture and established Jageshwar as the sacred Shaiva center of Kumaon
(C) He promoted Buddhism
(D) He carried out only political reforms
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Explanation: Nimbardeva was the first Katyuri ruler to begin architectural activity, marking the origin of Katyuri temple architecture. He established Jageshwar as the most sacred Shaiva pilgrimage center of Kumaon and built temple vimanas there.
This dual contribution—the beginning of temple architecture and the establishment of a religious center—is a cornerstone of the Kartikeyapura dynasty’s cultural heritage.
Q3. About which Katyuri ruler did Atkinson write that “he defeats his enemies just as mist melts when the sun rises”?
(A) Basantadeva
(B) Nimbardeva
(C) Lalitasuradeva
(D) Bhudeva
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Explanation: Atkinson used this poetic description for Nimbardeva, comparing his military power to the sun that causes fog to disappear. This metaphor symbolizes Nimbardeva’s decisive and overwhelming victories over his enemies, indicating his irresistible strength.
Q4. Consider the following statements regarding Ishtagana Deva:
I. He was the son of Nimbara
II. His wife’s name was Vega Devi
III. He was the first Katyuri ruler to attempt to politically unite the whole of Uttarakhand
IV. He built temples of Navadurga Mahishasuramardini, Lakulisha and Nataraja at Jageshwar
Which of the above are correct?
(A) Only I and II
(B) Only I, II and III
(C) Only II, III and IV
(D) I, II, III and IV
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Explanation: All four statements are correct.
- I is correct because Ishtagana Deva succeeded his father Nimbara.
- II is correct because his queen was Vega Devi.
- III is highly significant because Ishtagana Deva was the first Katyuri ruler to attempt the political unification of the entire Uttarakhand region.
- IV is correct because he built temples of Navadurga Mahishasuramardini (Durga), Lakulisha (founder of the Shaiva sect), and Nataraja (dancing Shiva) at Jageshwar, reflecting his deep Shaiva devotion.
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding the reign and achievements of Lalitasuradeva:
I. He ascended the throne around 832 CE
II. He was the most powerful and valiant ruler of the Katyuri dynasty
III. Two copper-plate grants from the 21st and 22nd years of his reign have been found
IV. The largest number of copper plates belong to his reign
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only two
(B) Only three
(C) All four
(D) Only one
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Explanation: All four statements are correct and establish the greatness of Lalitasuradeva.
- I is correct: he ascended the throne around 832 CE.
- II is correct: he is regarded as the most powerful and heroic ruler of the Katyuri dynasty.
- III is correct: two copper plates from the 21st and 22nd years of his reign have been discovered, proving his long and stable rule.
- IV is correct: the maximum number of copper-plate inscriptions belong to Lalitasuradeva, reflecting his strong administrative system, donations, and rich epigraphic legacy.
These facts together establish Lalitasuradeva as the greatest ruler of the Kartikeyapura (Katyuri) dynasty.
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