[1] In Mohanjadaro, the largest building is:
A.
the great bath
B.
a granary
C.
the Pillared Hall
D.
a two storeyed house
Ans:
a granary
Explanation :
The Great Granary of Harappa was the largest building of the Indus Valley Civilization. It was about 45 meters long and 15 meters wide. It was meant to store food grains. It had lines of circular brick plat forms for pounding grain. There were barrack like quarters for workmen. The granary also had smaller halls and corridors. It was used to store surplus food grains. There were two rows of granaries. Each row had six granaries. A similar granary has been found in Mohanjodaro. All the granaries were built close to the river bank so that grains could be easily transported with the help of boats.
[2] Sangam Age is associated with the history of -
A.
Benaras
B.
Allahabad
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
Khajuraho
Ans:
Tamil Nadu
Explanation :
Sangam period is the period in the history of ancient southern India (known as the Tamilakam) spanning from c. 30th century BC to c. 4th century CE. It is named after the famous Sangam academies of poets and scholars centered in the city of Madurai. In old Tamil language, the term Tamilakam referred to the whole of the ancient Tamil-speaking area, corresponding roughly to the present-day Indian states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, parts of Andhra Pradesh, parts of Karnataka and northern Sri Lanka.
[3] Who was the court poet of Harsha?
A.
Bhani
B.
Ravi Kirti
C.
Banabhatta
D.
VishnuSharma
Ans:
Banabhatta
Explanation :
Banabhatta was a Sanskrit prose writer and poet of India. He was the Asthana Kavi in the court of King Harshavardhana, who reigned in the years century 606-647 CE in north India.
[4] Chalukya king Pulakesin-Il was defeated by -
A.
Mahendra Varman-I
B.
Narasimha Varman-I
C.
Parameswara Varman-I
D.
Jatila Parantaka
Ans:
Mahendra Varman-I
Explanation :
Narasimhavarman-I, son of Mahendravarman-I, was a Tamil king of the Pallava dynasty who ruled South India from 630-668 A.D. He avenged his father's defeat at the hands of the Chalukya king, Pulakesin II in the year 642 CE. Narasimhavarman was also known as Mamallan (great wrestler) and Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) was named after him. It was during his reign that the Chinese traveller Hieun Tsang visited Kanchipuram.
[5] Greek- Roman Art has found a place in -
A.
Ellora
B.
Gandhara
C.
Kalinga
D.
Buddhist Art.
Ans:
Buddhist Art.
Explanation :
Greco-Buddhist art is the artistic manifestation of Greco-Buddhism, a cultural syncretism between the Classical Greek culture and Buddhism, which developed over a period of close to 1000 years in Central Asia, between the conquests of Alexander the Great in the 4th century BCE, and the Islamic conquests of the 7th century CE. Under the Indo-Greeks and then the Kushans, the interaction of Greek and Buddhist culture flourished in the area of Gandhara, in today's northern Pakistan, before spreading further into India, influencing the art of Mathura, and then the Hindu art of the Gupta empire, which was to extend to the rest of South-East Asia.
[6] The Pallavas ruled from -
A.
Kanchipuram
B.
Madurai
C.
Tanjore
D.
Tiruchendur
Ans:
Kanchipuram
Explanation :
The Pallavas ruled regions of northern Tamil Nad and southern Andhra Pradesh between the second the ninth century A.D. Their capital was Kanchipuram Located on the banks of river Vegavathy, it served as the capital city of the Pallava Kingdom during the 4th to 9th century A.D.
[7] The Gandhara style of sculpture, during the Kushan period is a combination of -
A.
Indo-Islamic style
B.
Indo-Persian style
C.
Indo-China style
D.
Indo-Greek style
Ans:
Indo-Greek style
Explanation :
Gandhara sculpture was an amalgamation of IndoGreek styles. The distinguishing Gandhara sculpture is the standing or seated Buddha. The western classical factor rests in the style, in the handling of the robe, and in the physiognomy of Buddha. The cloak, which covers all but the appendages, is dealt like in Greek and Roman sculptures.
[8] The Gupta Saka was founded by -
A.
Chandra Gupta, the First
B.
Chandra Gupta, the Second
C.
Samudra Gupta
D.
Kumara Gupta
Ans:
Chandra Gupta, the First
Explanation :
Chandra Gupta was a major king in the Gupta Empire around 320 C.E. and is generally considered as the founder of the Gupta dynasty. As the ruler of the Gupta Empire, he is known for forging alliance with many powerful families in the Ganges region. The well known Gupta era which commenced on February 26, 320 AD is generally attributed to Chandragupta I. Hence it is surmised that the Gupta era began on the occasion of the coronation of Chandragupta I.
[9] The language from which the term 'India' is derived is -
A.
English
B.
Greek
C.
Persian
D.
Arabic
Ans:
Persian
Explanation :
The name India is derived from Indus, which originates from the Old Persian word Hindu. The latter term stems from the Sanskrit word Sindhu, which was the historical local appellation for the Indus River. The ancient Greeks referred to the Indians as In the doi which translates as "the people of the Indus''.
[10] Which of the following is not the "Tri Ratna" of Jainism?
A.
Right faith
B.
Right knowledge
C.
Right view
D.
Right conduct
Ans:
Right view
Explanation :
In Jainism the three jewels (also referred to as ratnatraya) are understood as samyagdarshana (right faith"), samyagjnana ("right knowledge"), and samy akcharitra (right conduct"). One of the three cannot exist exclusive of the others, and all are required for spiritual liberation.
[11] The caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to -
A.
Jains
B.
Buddhists
C.
Hindus
D.
Sikhs
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to Buddhists.
[12] Subject matter which Manu Smriti deals with is related to -
A.
Economics
B.
Politics
C.
Law
D.
Artx
Ans:
Law
Explanation :
Manu Smriti deals with law.
[13] Mahavira's first disciple was -
A.
Bhadrabahu
B.
Sthulabhadra
C.
Charvaka
D.
Jamali
Ans:
Jamali
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
The Great Granary of Harappa was the largest building of the Indus Valley Civilization. It was about 45 meters long and 15 meters wide. It was meant to store food grains. It had lines of circular brick plat forms for pounding grain. There were barrack like quarters for workmen. The granary also had smaller halls and corridors. It was used to store surplus food grains. There were two rows of granaries. Each row had six granaries. A similar granary has been found in Mohanjodaro. All the granaries were built close to the river bank so that grains could be easily transported with the help of boats.
[2] Sangam Age is associated with the history of -
A.
Benaras
B.
Allahabad
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
Khajuraho
Ans:
Tamil Nadu
Explanation :
Sangam period is the period in the history of ancient southern India (known as the Tamilakam) spanning from c. 30th century BC to c. 4th century CE. It is named after the famous Sangam academies of poets and scholars centered in the city of Madurai. In old Tamil language, the term Tamilakam referred to the whole of the ancient Tamil-speaking area, corresponding roughly to the present-day Indian states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, parts of Andhra Pradesh, parts of Karnataka and northern Sri Lanka.
[3] Who was the court poet of Harsha?
A.
Bhani
B.
Ravi Kirti
C.
Banabhatta
D.
VishnuSharma
Ans:
Banabhatta
Explanation :
Banabhatta was a Sanskrit prose writer and poet of India. He was the Asthana Kavi in the court of King Harshavardhana, who reigned in the years century 606-647 CE in north India.
[4] Chalukya king Pulakesin-Il was defeated by -
A.
Mahendra Varman-I
B.
Narasimha Varman-I
C.
Parameswara Varman-I
D.
Jatila Parantaka
Ans:
Mahendra Varman-I
Explanation :
Narasimhavarman-I, son of Mahendravarman-I, was a Tamil king of the Pallava dynasty who ruled South India from 630-668 A.D. He avenged his father's defeat at the hands of the Chalukya king, Pulakesin II in the year 642 CE. Narasimhavarman was also known as Mamallan (great wrestler) and Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) was named after him. It was during his reign that the Chinese traveller Hieun Tsang visited Kanchipuram.
[5] Greek- Roman Art has found a place in -
A.
Ellora
B.
Gandhara
C.
Kalinga
D.
Buddhist Art.
Ans:
Buddhist Art.
Explanation :
Greco-Buddhist art is the artistic manifestation of Greco-Buddhism, a cultural syncretism between the Classical Greek culture and Buddhism, which developed over a period of close to 1000 years in Central Asia, between the conquests of Alexander the Great in the 4th century BCE, and the Islamic conquests of the 7th century CE. Under the Indo-Greeks and then the Kushans, the interaction of Greek and Buddhist culture flourished in the area of Gandhara, in today's northern Pakistan, before spreading further into India, influencing the art of Mathura, and then the Hindu art of the Gupta empire, which was to extend to the rest of South-East Asia.
[6] The Pallavas ruled from -
A.
Kanchipuram
B.
Madurai
C.
Tanjore
D.
Tiruchendur
Ans:
Kanchipuram
Explanation :
The Pallavas ruled regions of northern Tamil Nad and southern Andhra Pradesh between the second the ninth century A.D. Their capital was Kanchipuram Located on the banks of river Vegavathy, it served as the capital city of the Pallava Kingdom during the 4th to 9th century A.D.
[7] The Gandhara style of sculpture, during the Kushan period is a combination of -
A.
Indo-Islamic style
B.
Indo-Persian style
C.
Indo-China style
D.
Indo-Greek style
Ans:
Indo-Greek style
Explanation :
Gandhara sculpture was an amalgamation of IndoGreek styles. The distinguishing Gandhara sculpture is the standing or seated Buddha. The western classical factor rests in the style, in the handling of the robe, and in the physiognomy of Buddha. The cloak, which covers all but the appendages, is dealt like in Greek and Roman sculptures.
[8] The Gupta Saka was founded by -
A.
Chandra Gupta, the First
B.
Chandra Gupta, the Second
C.
Samudra Gupta
D.
Kumara Gupta
Ans:
Chandra Gupta, the First
Explanation :
Chandra Gupta was a major king in the Gupta Empire around 320 C.E. and is generally considered as the founder of the Gupta dynasty. As the ruler of the Gupta Empire, he is known for forging alliance with many powerful families in the Ganges region. The well known Gupta era which commenced on February 26, 320 AD is generally attributed to Chandragupta I. Hence it is surmised that the Gupta era began on the occasion of the coronation of Chandragupta I.
[9] The language from which the term 'India' is derived is -
A.
English
B.
Greek
C.
Persian
D.
Arabic
Ans:
Persian
Explanation :
The name India is derived from Indus, which originates from the Old Persian word Hindu. The latter term stems from the Sanskrit word Sindhu, which was the historical local appellation for the Indus River. The ancient Greeks referred to the Indians as In the doi which translates as "the people of the Indus''.
[10] Which of the following is not the "Tri Ratna" of Jainism?
A.
Right faith
B.
Right knowledge
C.
Right view
D.
Right conduct
Ans:
Right view
Explanation :
In Jainism the three jewels (also referred to as ratnatraya) are understood as samyagdarshana (right faith"), samyagjnana ("right knowledge"), and samy akcharitra (right conduct"). One of the three cannot exist exclusive of the others, and all are required for spiritual liberation.
[11] The caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to -
A.
Jains
B.
Buddhists
C.
Hindus
D.
Sikhs
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to Buddhists.
[12] Subject matter which Manu Smriti deals with is related to -
A.
Economics
B.
Politics
C.
Law
D.
Artx
Ans:
Law
Explanation :
Manu Smriti deals with law.
[13] Mahavira's first disciple was -
A.
Bhadrabahu
B.
Sthulabhadra
C.
Charvaka
D.
Jamali
Ans:
Jamali
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
Banabhatta was a Sanskrit prose writer and poet of India. He was the Asthana Kavi in the court of King Harshavardhana, who reigned in the years century 606-647 CE in north India.
[4] Chalukya king Pulakesin-Il was defeated by -
A.
Mahendra Varman-I
B.
Narasimha Varman-I
C.
Parameswara Varman-I
D.
Jatila Parantaka
Ans:
Mahendra Varman-I
Explanation :
Narasimhavarman-I, son of Mahendravarman-I, was a Tamil king of the Pallava dynasty who ruled South India from 630-668 A.D. He avenged his father's defeat at the hands of the Chalukya king, Pulakesin II in the year 642 CE. Narasimhavarman was also known as Mamallan (great wrestler) and Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) was named after him. It was during his reign that the Chinese traveller Hieun Tsang visited Kanchipuram.
[5] Greek- Roman Art has found a place in -
A.
Ellora
B.
Gandhara
C.
Kalinga
D.
Buddhist Art.
Ans:
Buddhist Art.
Explanation :
Greco-Buddhist art is the artistic manifestation of Greco-Buddhism, a cultural syncretism between the Classical Greek culture and Buddhism, which developed over a period of close to 1000 years in Central Asia, between the conquests of Alexander the Great in the 4th century BCE, and the Islamic conquests of the 7th century CE. Under the Indo-Greeks and then the Kushans, the interaction of Greek and Buddhist culture flourished in the area of Gandhara, in today's northern Pakistan, before spreading further into India, influencing the art of Mathura, and then the Hindu art of the Gupta empire, which was to extend to the rest of South-East Asia.
[6] The Pallavas ruled from -
A.
Kanchipuram
B.
Madurai
C.
Tanjore
D.
Tiruchendur
Ans:
Kanchipuram
Explanation :
The Pallavas ruled regions of northern Tamil Nad and southern Andhra Pradesh between the second the ninth century A.D. Their capital was Kanchipuram Located on the banks of river Vegavathy, it served as the capital city of the Pallava Kingdom during the 4th to 9th century A.D.
[7] The Gandhara style of sculpture, during the Kushan period is a combination of -
A.
Indo-Islamic style
B.
Indo-Persian style
C.
Indo-China style
D.
Indo-Greek style
Ans:
Indo-Greek style
Explanation :
Gandhara sculpture was an amalgamation of IndoGreek styles. The distinguishing Gandhara sculpture is the standing or seated Buddha. The western classical factor rests in the style, in the handling of the robe, and in the physiognomy of Buddha. The cloak, which covers all but the appendages, is dealt like in Greek and Roman sculptures.
[8] The Gupta Saka was founded by -
A.
Chandra Gupta, the First
B.
Chandra Gupta, the Second
C.
Samudra Gupta
D.
Kumara Gupta
Ans:
Chandra Gupta, the First
Explanation :
Chandra Gupta was a major king in the Gupta Empire around 320 C.E. and is generally considered as the founder of the Gupta dynasty. As the ruler of the Gupta Empire, he is known for forging alliance with many powerful families in the Ganges region. The well known Gupta era which commenced on February 26, 320 AD is generally attributed to Chandragupta I. Hence it is surmised that the Gupta era began on the occasion of the coronation of Chandragupta I.
[9] The language from which the term 'India' is derived is -
A.
English
B.
Greek
C.
Persian
D.
Arabic
Ans:
Persian
Explanation :
The name India is derived from Indus, which originates from the Old Persian word Hindu. The latter term stems from the Sanskrit word Sindhu, which was the historical local appellation for the Indus River. The ancient Greeks referred to the Indians as In the doi which translates as "the people of the Indus''.
[10] Which of the following is not the "Tri Ratna" of Jainism?
A.
Right faith
B.
Right knowledge
C.
Right view
D.
Right conduct
Ans:
Right view
Explanation :
In Jainism the three jewels (also referred to as ratnatraya) are understood as samyagdarshana (right faith"), samyagjnana ("right knowledge"), and samy akcharitra (right conduct"). One of the three cannot exist exclusive of the others, and all are required for spiritual liberation.
[11] The caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to -
A.
Jains
B.
Buddhists
C.
Hindus
D.
Sikhs
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to Buddhists.
[12] Subject matter which Manu Smriti deals with is related to -
A.
Economics
B.
Politics
C.
Law
D.
Artx
Ans:
Law
Explanation :
Manu Smriti deals with law.
[13] Mahavira's first disciple was -
A.
Bhadrabahu
B.
Sthulabhadra
C.
Charvaka
D.
Jamali
Ans:
Jamali
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
Greco-Buddhist art is the artistic manifestation of Greco-Buddhism, a cultural syncretism between the Classical Greek culture and Buddhism, which developed over a period of close to 1000 years in Central Asia, between the conquests of Alexander the Great in the 4th century BCE, and the Islamic conquests of the 7th century CE. Under the Indo-Greeks and then the Kushans, the interaction of Greek and Buddhist culture flourished in the area of Gandhara, in today's northern Pakistan, before spreading further into India, influencing the art of Mathura, and then the Hindu art of the Gupta empire, which was to extend to the rest of South-East Asia.
[6] The Pallavas ruled from -
A.
Kanchipuram
B.
Madurai
C.
Tanjore
D.
Tiruchendur
Ans:
Kanchipuram
Explanation :
The Pallavas ruled regions of northern Tamil Nad and southern Andhra Pradesh between the second the ninth century A.D. Their capital was Kanchipuram Located on the banks of river Vegavathy, it served as the capital city of the Pallava Kingdom during the 4th to 9th century A.D.
[7] The Gandhara style of sculpture, during the Kushan period is a combination of -
A.
Indo-Islamic style
B.
Indo-Persian style
C.
Indo-China style
D.
Indo-Greek style
Ans:
Indo-Greek style
Explanation :
Gandhara sculpture was an amalgamation of IndoGreek styles. The distinguishing Gandhara sculpture is the standing or seated Buddha. The western classical factor rests in the style, in the handling of the robe, and in the physiognomy of Buddha. The cloak, which covers all but the appendages, is dealt like in Greek and Roman sculptures.
[8] The Gupta Saka was founded by -
A.
Chandra Gupta, the First
B.
Chandra Gupta, the Second
C.
Samudra Gupta
D.
Kumara Gupta
Ans:
Chandra Gupta, the First
Explanation :
Chandra Gupta was a major king in the Gupta Empire around 320 C.E. and is generally considered as the founder of the Gupta dynasty. As the ruler of the Gupta Empire, he is known for forging alliance with many powerful families in the Ganges region. The well known Gupta era which commenced on February 26, 320 AD is generally attributed to Chandragupta I. Hence it is surmised that the Gupta era began on the occasion of the coronation of Chandragupta I.
[9] The language from which the term 'India' is derived is -
A.
English
B.
Greek
C.
Persian
D.
Arabic
Ans:
Persian
Explanation :
The name India is derived from Indus, which originates from the Old Persian word Hindu. The latter term stems from the Sanskrit word Sindhu, which was the historical local appellation for the Indus River. The ancient Greeks referred to the Indians as In the doi which translates as "the people of the Indus''.
[10] Which of the following is not the "Tri Ratna" of Jainism?
A.
Right faith
B.
Right knowledge
C.
Right view
D.
Right conduct
Ans:
Right view
Explanation :
In Jainism the three jewels (also referred to as ratnatraya) are understood as samyagdarshana (right faith"), samyagjnana ("right knowledge"), and samy akcharitra (right conduct"). One of the three cannot exist exclusive of the others, and all are required for spiritual liberation.
[11] The caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to -
A.
Jains
B.
Buddhists
C.
Hindus
D.
Sikhs
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to Buddhists.
[12] Subject matter which Manu Smriti deals with is related to -
A.
Economics
B.
Politics
C.
Law
D.
Artx
Ans:
Law
Explanation :
Manu Smriti deals with law.
[13] Mahavira's first disciple was -
A.
Bhadrabahu
B.
Sthulabhadra
C.
Charvaka
D.
Jamali
Ans:
Jamali
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
Gandhara sculpture was an amalgamation of IndoGreek styles. The distinguishing Gandhara sculpture is the standing or seated Buddha. The western classical factor rests in the style, in the handling of the robe, and in the physiognomy of Buddha. The cloak, which covers all but the appendages, is dealt like in Greek and Roman sculptures.
[8] The Gupta Saka was founded by -
A.
Chandra Gupta, the First
B.
Chandra Gupta, the Second
C.
Samudra Gupta
D.
Kumara Gupta
Ans:
Chandra Gupta, the First
Explanation :
Chandra Gupta was a major king in the Gupta Empire around 320 C.E. and is generally considered as the founder of the Gupta dynasty. As the ruler of the Gupta Empire, he is known for forging alliance with many powerful families in the Ganges region. The well known Gupta era which commenced on February 26, 320 AD is generally attributed to Chandragupta I. Hence it is surmised that the Gupta era began on the occasion of the coronation of Chandragupta I.
[9] The language from which the term 'India' is derived is -
A.
English
B.
Greek
C.
Persian
D.
Arabic
Ans:
Persian
Explanation :
The name India is derived from Indus, which originates from the Old Persian word Hindu. The latter term stems from the Sanskrit word Sindhu, which was the historical local appellation for the Indus River. The ancient Greeks referred to the Indians as In the doi which translates as "the people of the Indus''.
[10] Which of the following is not the "Tri Ratna" of Jainism?
A.
Right faith
B.
Right knowledge
C.
Right view
D.
Right conduct
Ans:
Right view
Explanation :
In Jainism the three jewels (also referred to as ratnatraya) are understood as samyagdarshana (right faith"), samyagjnana ("right knowledge"), and samy akcharitra (right conduct"). One of the three cannot exist exclusive of the others, and all are required for spiritual liberation.
[11] The caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to -
A.
Jains
B.
Buddhists
C.
Hindus
D.
Sikhs
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to Buddhists.
[12] Subject matter which Manu Smriti deals with is related to -
A.
Economics
B.
Politics
C.
Law
D.
Artx
Ans:
Law
Explanation :
Manu Smriti deals with law.
[13] Mahavira's first disciple was -
A.
Bhadrabahu
B.
Sthulabhadra
C.
Charvaka
D.
Jamali
Ans:
Jamali
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
The name India is derived from Indus, which originates from the Old Persian word Hindu. The latter term stems from the Sanskrit word Sindhu, which was the historical local appellation for the Indus River. The ancient Greeks referred to the Indians as In the doi which translates as "the people of the Indus''.
[10] Which of the following is not the "Tri Ratna" of Jainism?
A.
Right faith
B.
Right knowledge
C.
Right view
D.
Right conduct
Ans:
Right view
Explanation :
In Jainism the three jewels (also referred to as ratnatraya) are understood as samyagdarshana (right faith"), samyagjnana ("right knowledge"), and samy akcharitra (right conduct"). One of the three cannot exist exclusive of the others, and all are required for spiritual liberation.
[11] The caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to -
A.
Jains
B.
Buddhists
C.
Hindus
D.
Sikhs
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to Buddhists.
[12] Subject matter which Manu Smriti deals with is related to -
A.
Economics
B.
Politics
C.
Law
D.
Artx
Ans:
Law
Explanation :
Manu Smriti deals with law.
[13] Mahavira's first disciple was -
A.
Bhadrabahu
B.
Sthulabhadra
C.
Charvaka
D.
Jamali
Ans:
Jamali
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora belonged to Buddhists.
[12] Subject matter which Manu Smriti deals with is related to -
A.
Economics
B.
Politics
C.
Law
D.
Artx
Ans:
Law
Explanation :
Manu Smriti deals with law.
[13] Mahavira's first disciple was -
A.
Bhadrabahu
B.
Sthulabhadra
C.
Charvaka
D.
Jamali
Ans:
Jamali
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
Jamali, who was husband of Anonja Priyadarshini, was the first disciple of Mahavira. He was Mahavira's son-in-law.
[14] Vardhman Mahavir is also known as -
A.
Jena
B.
Great teacher
C.
Great preacher
D.
Jain
Ans:
Jena
Explanation :
Vardhamana Mahavira was also known as Jina which literally means the 'conqueror'. Jina refers to the one who has conquered love and hate, pleasure and pain, attachment and aversion, and has thereby freed his' soul from the karmas obscuring knowledge, perception, truth, and ability. It was from this rd that Jainism was derived.
[15] The Sage who is said to have Ary anised South India, was -
A.
Yagnavalkya
B.
Vashistha
C.
Agastya
D.
Vishwamitra
Ans:
Agastya
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
Sage Agastya, often considered the father of tradi tional Indian Medicine, is also associated with the Aryanization of South India. The Yadavas of South India were the first to be aryanized. Agastya compiled the first Tamil grammar called Agathiyam.
[16] The origin of Indian music can be traced to which of the following Vedic Samhitas?
A.
Rigveda
B.
Samaveda
C.
Yajurveda
D.
Atharvaveda
Ans:
Samaveda
Explanation :
Organized Indian music owes its origin to the Sama Veda which was a collection (samhita) of hymns and detached verses from other Vedas, meant for recital these hymns were sung by Udgatar priests at sacrifices in which the Soma ritual drink was offered in libation to various deities.
[17] Who amongst the following also had the name 'Devanama Piyadassi'?
A.
Mauryan King Ashoka
B.
Mauryan King Chandra-gupta Maurya
C.
Gautam Buddha
D.
Bhagwan Mahavira
Ans:
Mauryan King Ashoka
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 i scriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boul ders and cave walls, made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty during his reign from 269 BCE to 231 BCE. These inscriptions are dispersed throughout the areas of modern-day Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan and represent the first tangible evidence of Buddhism. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved of the Gods" and "King Priya-darshi." The identification of King Priya-darshi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon at Maski, the village in Raichur district of Karnataka. Another minor rock edict is found at the village Gujarra in Datia district Madhya Pradesh. This also shows the Name "Asoka"in addition to usual "Devanam Piyadasi".
[18] Which was the backbone of Indus Economy?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Trade
C.
Wheel Made Pottery
D.
Carpentry
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
As in most other contemporary civilizations, agriculture was the backbone of the Indus economy. The people made extensive use of the wooden plows. Barley and wheat were the main food crops. Agriculture sustained the rudimentary urban centers that emerged (Studies in World History Volume 1 by James P. Stobaugh).
[19] The author of 'Arthashastra' was a contemporary of -
A.
Ashoka
B.
Chandragupta Maurya
C.
Samudragupta
D.
Chandragupta Vikramaditya
Ans:
Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
The Arthashastra was authored by Kautilya, also known as Vishnugupta, who was a contemporary and mentor of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maruryan Empire. It is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy and military strategy, written in Sanskrit.
[20] Which one of the following was the book written by Amoghvarsha the Rashtrakuta King?
A.
Adipurana
B.
Ganitasara Samgraha
C.
Saktayana
D.
Kavirajamarga
Ans:
Kavirajamarga
Explanation :
Kairajamarga'(meaning Royal Path for Poets") was written by the famous Rashtrakuta King "Nrupatunga Amoghavarsha I. it is the earliest available writing on rhetoric, poetics and grammar in the Kannada language. It was written around 850 A.D.
[21] Find the odd one:
A.
Samveda
B.
Yajurveda
C.
Vishnu Purana
D.
Rigveda
Ans:
Vishnu Purana
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
There are four Vedas: the Rig-Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda and the Atharva Veda. On the other hand, Vishnu Purana is a religious Hindu text and ne of the eighteen Mahapuranas. It has been given the name Puranaratna.
[22] Which Indian rular fought the Kalinga War?
A.
Samudragupta
B.
Chandragupta
C.
Shivaji
D.
Ashoka
Ans:
Ashoka
Explanation :
The Kalinga War was fought between the Mauryan peror Ashoka and Raja Anantha Padmanabhan of Kalinga in 262-261 B.C. It was the only major war Ashoka fought after his accession to throne. Ho ever, it is one of the major and bloodiest battle world history. The bloodshed of this war is said to have prompted Ashoka to adopt Buddhism.
[23] What is the Mehrauli Pillar in the complex of Qutub Minar primarily famous for?
A.
Proverbial height
B.
Skilful stone cutting
C.
Excellent quality steel
D.
Statue of Buddha on top
Ans:
Excellent quality steel
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, is a 7 m (23 ft) column in the Qutb complex, notable for the rust resistant composition of the metals used in its con struction. The pillar has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists because of its high resistance to corrosion. The corrosion resistance results from an even layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate hydrate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which serves to protect it from climate.
[24] Which script was used in Ashoka's inscriptions?
A.
Brahmi
B.
Devanagiri
C.
Gurmukhi
D.
Sanskrit
Ans:
Brahmi
Explanation :
Most of Asokan inscriptions in the eastern parts of the Mauryan empire were written in Magadhi language using the Brahmi script. Kharosthi script was used in the north-western parts of his empire. The Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Princep, an archaeologist, philologist, and official of the East India Company.
[25] Who among the following was the court physician of Kanishka?
A.
Vasumitra
B.
Nagarjuna
C.
Charaka
D.
Patanjali
Ans:
Charaka
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.
Explanation :
Charaka was the court physician of Kanishka I. He was one of the principal contributors to the ancient art and science of Ayurveda, a system of medicine and lifestyle developed in ancient India. He is sometimes referred to as the Father of Indian Medicine.