Ancient Indian History - Online Quiz

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Q 1 - Consider the following statements:

1. Cheras had titles such as vanavar, villavar, kuddavar, etc.

2. Cholas had titles such as sennis, valavan, killi, etc.;

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Q 2 - Arrange the following terms in a chronological order:

1. Paleolithic Age

2. Chalcolithic Age

3. Mesolithic Age

4. Neolithic Age

Choose the correct answer from the given codes:

Answer : C

Q 3 - The Vedic name Purushni refers ……………………... river.

Answer : B

Explanation

The ancient name Purushni refers Ravi river.

Q 4 - Who has written the book Buddhacharita?

Answer : A

Explanation

Written in Sanskrit, Buddhacharita is an epic poem on the life of Gautama Buddha.

Q 5 - In reference to Vedic period, the term ‘Sita’ refers:

Answer : B

Q 6 - Who among the following queens of Asoka, blinded Kunal, (the son of Asoka)?

Answer : B

Explanation

Tishyaraksha was the youngest wife of Asoka; most likely because of the age difference with Asoka, Tishyaraksha attracted towards Kunal (son of Asoka), but Kunal refused, hence she decided to blind him.

Q 7 - Consider the following statements:

1. Primarily, Monasteries were constructed to provide appropriate accommodation to the monks and the nuns to continue their studies and meditation.

2. Over period of time, monasteries developed into a fully-fledged academic centers.

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Answer : C

Explanation

In the later period, monasteries started nurturing the right type of persons who were well-grounded in religion and philosophy, to promulgate the teachings of Buddhism.

Q 8 - In reference to 16 Mahajanapada, Chedi was geographically located in …

Answer : C

Explanation

Chedi Kingdom was the part of Bundelkhand region. The capital of Chedi was Suktimati.

Q 9 - Which among the following pairs is incorrectly matched?

A - Sarnath Uttar Pradesh

B - Seringapatnam Karnataka

C - Sanchi Maharashtra

D - Pragjyotishpur Assam

Answer : C

Explanation

Sanchi is located in Madhya Pradesh.

Q 10 - Gandhara Grave Culture’ belongs to …

A - Kashmir Valley

B - Western Ghats, Kerala

C - Eastern Ghats, Andhra Pradesh

D - North-east, Assam

Answer : A

Explanation

The Neolithic graveyards and associated settlements of Kashmir valley has been categorized as ‘Gandhara Grave Culture.’

Q 11 - In reference to Megasthenes’ work regarding the status women, consider the following statements:

1. Women had liberty of widow marriage.

2. Women had liberty of divorce.

Choose the correct answer from the given codes:

Answer : C

Q 12 - In reference to Jain Tirthankara, Crocodile represents …

Answer : A

Explanation

It is represented by white color.

Q 13 - Who among the following has written the book Kadambari?

Answer : A

Explanation

Kadambari is a romantic novel written in Sanskrit.

Q 14 - In reference to Rig Veda, consider the following statements:

1. In Rig Veda, about 200 hymns are attributed to Agni.

2. Agni was intermediary between Gods and men.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Q 15 - In reference to ancient India, Kritayuga refers …

Answer : A

Q 16 - In reference to Gupta period, Bali refers?

A - King’s customary share in total agricultural produce

B - Villagers periodically supplied flowers, fruits, etc. to king

C - Additional tax

D - An extra tax charged over and above the land revenue.

Answer : C

Explanation

Primarily, it was voluntary, but later it became mandatory.

Q 17 - Which among the following Rock Edicts of Asoka discusses about the welfare measures?

Answer : B

Explanation

Basically Rock Edict VI discusses about the king’s desire to get informed abou the conditions of the people regularly.

Q 18 - Consider the following statements:

1. Bimbisara, the king of Magadh empire, is also known as ‘Seniya.’

2. Bimbisara was the first Indian king who had permanent and well-organized army.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

Bimbisara ruled between 544 BC and 492 BC.

Q 19 - In reference to Jainism, the term Avirata samyagdrshti represents …

A - The stage of omniscience without any activity

B - Right Faith accompanied by Right Conduct

C - New channels of thought

D - The stage of partial self-control

Answer : B

Q 20 - In reference to Buddhism, consider the following statements:

1. The Buddhist monks were forbidden the use of garlands, perfume, and other items of self-beautification.

2. The norms for the nun were even more strict.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

It was believed that if equality was given to male and female, it might lead to indiscipline and immorality.

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