IAS 2001 — Ancient History

Who among the following presided over the Buddhist Council held during the reign of Kanishka at Kashmir?

Which one of the following animals was not represented seals and terracotta art of the Harappan culture?

Assertion (A): Harshavardhana convened the Prayag Assembly. Reason (R): He wanted to popularize only the Mahayana form of Buddhism.

Consider the following statements: 1. The last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha was assassinated by his commander-in-chief, Pushyamitra Sunga. 2. The last Sunga king, Devabhuti was assassinated by his. Brahmana Minister Vasudeva Kanva who usurped the throne. 3. The last ruler of the Kanva dynasty was deposed by the Andhras. Which of these statements is/are correct?