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Q 1 - In reference to Mauryan Empire, the term ‘Apachiti’ refers ……
Answer : C
Explanation
The meaning of Apachiti is the respect of pupils and gurus.
Q 2 - In reference to Vedic period, the term ‘Asuniti’ refers …
A - Mother of the cattle herds
B - Mother of the Daityas (Giant)
Answer : C
Explanation
The terms ‘Asuniti’ refers ‘personification of the world of spirits.’
Q 3 - Arrange the following Vedic political term in ascending order
1. Rashtra
2. Vis
3. Grama
4. Kula
Answer : A
Answer : B
Answer : A
Explanation
Dasyu is a Sanskrit word, which means servant or enemy. Actually, Dasyus were the original inhabitants.
Q 6 - In reference to Mauryan empire, the terms Sthaniya is related to …
Answer : A
Q 7 - Consider the following statements:
1. It is believed that the Indus people were generally utilitarian.
2. In the Harappan culture, the terracotta figurines were mainly used by the common people.
Choose the correct answer from the given codes:
Answer : C
Q 8 - Who among the following was the last Satavahana ruler?
Answer : C
Explanation
Pulamavi III was the last ruler of Satavahana king.
Q 9 - A massive fortification wall of semi-undressed stones was found at …………
Answer : C
Q 10 - Which one of the following Vedic goddesses was the representative of destruction, death, and decay?
Answer : A
Explanation
Nirrti is mentioned in a few hymns of the Rigveda, customarily to seek protection from her or pleading for her departure.
Q 11 - In reference to the Vedic period, the term ‘Kulala’ refers …
Answer : C
Explanation
During the Vedic period, Kulala term typically used for the potter.
Q 12 - In reference to Jain Tirthankara, Goose represents …
Answer : A
Explanation
It is represented by golden color.
Q 13 - Consider the following statements:
1. During the Gupta’s period, the long distance trade flourished like anything.
2. During the Gupta’s period, the trade with Roman Empire declined.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : B
Explanation
During the Gupta’s period, the long distance trade declined.
Q 14 - The evidence of coffin burial has been found at …
Answer : A
Q 15 - Which among the following Rock Edicts of Asoka directed and determined a request for tolerance among the different religious sects?
Answer : C
Q 16 - In reference to 16 Mahajanapada, Magadha was geographically located in …
Answer : B
Explanation
The capital of Magadha was Patliputra.
Q 17 - During the Vedic Period, the term ‘Vapta’ was used for:
Answer : A
Explanation
The term ‘Vapta’ was used exclusively for the Barber.
Q 18 - Consider the following statements:
1. Region between central India and the southern tip of the peninsula had a distinct cultural zone portrayed by different types of megaliths.
2. Megaliths were basically a burial style of the Neolithic-Chalcolithic phase of the region.
Choose the correct answer from the given codes:
Answer : B
Explanation
There was as such no distinct cultural zone.
Q 19 - In reference to marriage system of ancient India, Asura vivaha refers …
Answer : A
Q 20 - The great poet Kalidas was the court poet during the period of …
Answer : D
Explanation
Kalidas had served both the rulers Chandragupta II and Kumaragupta I.
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