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Daily UKPSC / UKSSSC MCQs : Uttarakhand
14 December, 2025
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Q1. In the Pandukeshwar Copper Plate, to whom is Lalitasuradeva compared?
(A) Rama
(B) Krishna
(C) Varaha (Boar Incarnation of Vishnu)
(D) Narasimha (Man-Lion Incarnation of Vishnu)
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Explanation: In the Pandukeshwar copper plate, Lalitasuradeva is compared to the Varaha Avatar of Vishnu, who rescued the Earth from being submerged in the ocean.
The inscription says that just as Varaha lifted the Earth from the filth of chaos, Lalitasuradeva rescued the world from the corruption and sins of Kali Yuga.
This metaphor highlights his greatness, righteousness, and commitment to the welfare of his subjects.
Q2. Which statement about Lalitasuradeva’s wives and their religious contributions is correct?
(A) He had only one wife named Laya Devi
(B) He had two wives—Laya Devi and Sama Devi, and Sama Devi built a temple of Lord Narayana
(C) His wife Nathu Devi built the Jageshwar temple
(D) His wife Vega Devi built the Baijnath temple
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Explanation: Lalitasuradeva had two wives—Laya Devi and Sama Devi.
Sama Devi made an important religious contribution by building a temple of Lord Narayana (Vishnu).
Although the Katyuri rulers were mainly Shaivites, this shows religious tolerance and harmony between Shaivism and Vaishnavism.
Q3. Consider the following statements about Bhudeva:
I. He was the son of Lalitasuradeva
II. He built the Baijnath temple
III. He was an opponent of Buddhism
IV. He is called “Parama-Buddha-Shramana-Ripu” in the Bageshwar inscription
How many 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.
- Bhudeva was Lalitasuradeva’s son.
- He constructed the famous Baijnath Temple, a masterpiece of Katyuri architecture.
- He was strongly opposed to Buddhism.
- The Bageshwar inscription calls him “Parama-Buddha-Shramana-Ripu”, meaning “the great enemy of Buddhist monks.”
This title clearly shows his staunch Shaiva faith and anti-Buddhist stance.
Q4. Which statement is correct regarding the foundation of Gangolihat town?
(A) It was founded by Lalitasuradeva
(B) It was founded by Bhudeva
(C) It was founded by King Sujandeva around Vikram Samvat 400
(D) It was founded by Nimbardeva
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Explanation: The town of Gangolihat was founded by King Sujandeva, son of Lalitasuradeva, around Vikram Samvat 400.
Gangolihat later became an important religious and cultural center, famous for its Shakti Peeth, showing the urban planning ability of the Katyuri rulers.
Q5. What is the correct genealogical order of the rulers of the Second Family?
(A) Nimbara – Lalitasuradeva – Ishtagana Deva – Bhudeva
(B) Nimbara – Ishtagana Deva – Lalitasuradeva – Bhudeva – Sujandeva
(C) Nimbara – Bhudeva – Ishtagana Deva – Lalitasuradeva
(D) Ishtagana Deva – Nimbara – Lalitasuradeva – Sujandeva
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Explanation: The correct lineage of the Second Family of the Katyuri dynasty is:
Nimbara → Ishtagana Deva → Lalitasuradeva → Bhudeva → Sujandeva
- Nimbara founded the second family and began temple architecture.
- Ishtagana Deva tried to unify Uttarakhand.
- Lalitasuradeva was the most powerful ruler.
- Bhudeva built the Baijnath temple and opposed Buddhism.
- Sujandeva founded Gangolihat.
This sequence reflects the father-to-son succession and political continuity of the Second Katyuri family.
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