India history quiz: where did it happen?
Every clue is about a real place in Indian history: a fort, a battlefield, a treaty site or a landmark of the freedom movement. Tap where you think it is on the map, then read a short explanation of what happened there.
History day on PinSprint is every Tuesday, and you can play the history rounds on any day.
105+ map clues and 115+ quiz questions in this collection, covering 32 states and union territories.
What's covered
- Forts, battlefields and capitals of Indian kingdoms
- Places linked to the freedom movement
- Ancient sites such as Harappan cities and rock-cut caves
- Treaties, pacts and turning points of the colonial period
Try three sample questions
1. Which dynasty ruled much of northern India during the period often called the classical age of ancient India?
- • Chola dynasty
- • Gupta dynasty
- • Maurya dynasty
- • Pala dynasty
Show the answer
Gupta dynasty. Gupta rule from the fourth century CE is associated with major achievements in art, literature and science.
2. Which British governor-general introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793?
- • Lord Cornwallis
- • Lord Dalhousie
- • Lord Wellesley
- • Warren Hastings
Show the answer
Lord Cornwallis. The Permanent Settlement fixed land revenue demands on zamindars in Bengal.
3. On which date did the Constitution of India come into force?
- • 15 August 1947
- • 2 October 1950
- • 26 January 1950
- • 26 November 1949
Show the answer
26 January 1950. India became a republic when the Constitution came into effect.
How to score higher
- Place the event in an era first. The era narrows down the region.
- Capitals and borders changed over time, so read what the clue says about the date.
- Every clue ends with a short explanation. Read it, even when you score well.
How scoring works
Each map clue is worth up to 100 points. Tap within about 15 km of the right spot for full marks. The score falls steadily with distance and reaches zero at 1,000 km. Five clues make a round of up to 500 points. In the multiple-choice quiz, faster correct answers score more and streaks add a bonus, for a best score of 1,300.
Frequently asked questions
- Which periods does the history quiz cover?
- From ancient sites and medieval forts to colonial times and the freedom movement.
- Is the history quiz free?
- Yes. There is no sign-up and no cost.