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Q 1 - In reference to ancient India, the term Chivara refers
A - President of the Buddhist order
Answer : C
Q 2 - Consider the following statements:
1. During the early iron phase, the population density of Doab region, were much lower than the Indus Valley Civilization.
2. The detailed characterizations of the different pastoral and farming communities of early periods are very difficult to determine accurately.
Choose the correct answer from the given codes:
Answer : B
Explanation
Since, there is as such no concrete evidence or other sorts of remnant, therefore, it is almost impossible to determine the accurate life-style of early people.
Q 3 - Which one of the following Brahmanans describes about the eastern and western seas?
Answer : B
Explanation
Satapatha Brahmana describes about the eastern and western seas.
Q 4 - According to Jainism, Posadha means
Answer : D
Q 5 - During the initial period, Aryans cleared the forests with the help of
Answer : C
Explanation
Initially, fire was readily available and simplest way to remove jungle.
Q 6 - Consider the following statements:
1. Barabar Hill has total four caves.
2. Barabar caves have inventive arches which are a few in ancient history.
Choose the correct answer from the given codes:
Answer : C
Explanation
Barabar Hill has four caves, namely, Karan Chaupar, Lomas Rishi, Visva Zopri, and Sudama.
Q 7 - In reference to ancient India, which among the following rulers, was also known by the name Piyadasi?
Answer : C
Explanation
Piyadasi was the nickname of Asoka, which meaning is the beloved of the Gods and who regards everyone kindly.
Q 8 - The plays Nagananda and Priyadarsika, written by Harshavardhana, were originally written in language.
Answer : B
Q 9 - The four chief deities worshipped by the people of Sangam period; which among the following was not one of them?
Answer : C
Explanation
The fourth one was Balram; Marugan was also worshiped.
Q 11 - In reference to Buddhist symbolism, the Conch shell refers
Answer : A
Explanation
The Conch shell indicates the thoughts of the Buddha.
Q 12 - In reference to Indian Philosophy, who is the founder of Nyaya Darshana?
Answer : C
Explanation
The basic text of Nyaya Darshana is Nyaya Sutra.
Q 13 - Gandhara Art is largely built of
Answer : C
Answer : B
Explanation
Chola Kingdom was the part of Sangam Age.
Q 15 - In reference to Indian Philosophy, who is the founder of Vaishesika Darshana?
Answer : D
Explanation
The basic text of Vaishesika Darshana is Vaishesika Sutra.
Q 16 - In reference to Mahaviras teaching and knowledge, Manahparyaya jnana refers
A - Perception through activity of sense organs
Answer : D
Q 17 - Which one of the following Indus sites is located at the southern end?
Answer : B
Explanation
Bhagatrav was the southernmost site of Harappan civilization.
Q 18 - Who among the following had founded the Pandyas of Madurai?
Answer : C
Q 19 - The evidence of bearded man has been found at
Answer : D
Explanation
A sculpture, measuring about 17.5 centimeters tall, and shows a neatly bearded man with a shaved upper lip, has been discovered at Mohenjo-Daro site.
Q 20 - Consider the following statements:
1. In Harappan societies, women had superior position.
2. In comparison to male, there were more female terra cotta figurines in Harappan societies.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : B
Explanation
As per the evidence and research, the status women were almost equal to male.