Exercise : History - General Questions
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General Questions
1.
The Harappan site 'Dholavira' is unique because the city was divided into how many parts?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Most Indus Valley sites were divided into two parts: the Citadel (Upper Town) and the Lower Town.
Dholavira, located in Gujarat, is unique because it was divided into three distinct parts: the Citadel, the Middle Town, and the Lower Town.
This site is also famous for its sophisticated water harvesting system and large reservoirs.
Dholavira, located in Gujarat, is unique because it was divided into three distinct parts: the Citadel, the Middle Town, and the Lower Town.
This site is also famous for its sophisticated water harvesting system and large reservoirs.
2.
Which Buddhist Council led to the final division of Buddhism into Hinayana and Mahayana sects?
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Fourth Buddhist Council was held in the 1st century AD in Kashmir.
It was patronized by the Kushana King Kanishka and presided over by Vasumitra.
During this council, the differences between Buddhist monks became irreconcilable, leading to the formal split into Hinayana (Lesser Vehicle) and Mahayana (Greater Vehicle).
It was patronized by the Kushana King Kanishka and presided over by Vasumitra.
During this council, the differences between Buddhist monks became irreconcilable, leading to the formal split into Hinayana (Lesser Vehicle) and Mahayana (Greater Vehicle).
3.
The 'Prayag Prashasti' (Allahabad Pillar Inscription) provides information about the military conquests of:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Prayag Prashasti is an inscription found on an Ashokan pillar in Allahabad.
It was composed by Harisena, who was the court poet and minister of the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta.
Written in classical Sanskrit, it provides a detailed account of Samudragupta's extensive military victories across North and South India.
It was composed by Harisena, who was the court poet and minister of the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta.
Written in classical Sanskrit, it provides a detailed account of Samudragupta's extensive military victories across North and South India.
4.
The 'Ritual of Ashvamedha' during the Later Vedic period was performed to:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Ashvamedha or 'horse sacrifice' was one of the most important political rituals of the Later Vedic period.
A horse was set free to wander for a year followed by the king's army; any land the horse traversed without being challenged was claimed by the king.
It was primarily performed by powerful kings to establish their imperial sovereignty and status as a 'Chakravartin'.
A horse was set free to wander for a year followed by the king's army; any land the horse traversed without being challenged was claimed by the king.
It was primarily performed by powerful kings to establish their imperial sovereignty and status as a 'Chakravartin'.
5.
Which of the following Mahajanapadas was a Gana-Sangha (Republic)?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
While most of the 16 Mahajanapadas were monarchies, some were 'Gana-Sanghas' or oligarchic republics.
Vrijji (or Vajji) was a confederacy of eight clans, including the famous Lichchhavis.
In these republics, power was shared by a group of elders or heads of families known as 'Rajas'.
Vrijji (or Vajji) was a confederacy of eight clans, including the famous Lichchhavis.
In these republics, power was shared by a group of elders or heads of families known as 'Rajas'.
6.
Who was the court physician of Kanishka and wrote 'Charaka Samhita'?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Charaka was a renowned physician at the court of the Kushana King Kanishka.
He is the author of the 'Charaka Samhita', which is one of the foundational texts of Ayurveda (Indian traditional medicine).
He is widely regarded as the 'Father of Indian Medicine' for his contributions to anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
He is the author of the 'Charaka Samhita', which is one of the foundational texts of Ayurveda (Indian traditional medicine).
He is widely regarded as the 'Father of Indian Medicine' for his contributions to anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
7.
The concept of 'Eightfold Path' (Ashtangika Marga) forms the theme of:
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Explanation:
The 'Eightfold Path' consists of eight practices to end suffering and achieve Nirvana.
It was introduced by Gautama Buddha during his first sermon at Sarnath.
This sermon is recorded in the 'Dharma Chakra Pravartana Sutta', which means 'Setting the Wheel of Dhamma in Motion'.
It was introduced by Gautama Buddha during his first sermon at Sarnath.
This sermon is recorded in the 'Dharma Chakra Pravartana Sutta', which means 'Setting the Wheel of Dhamma in Motion'.
8.
The title 'Vikramaditya' was first assumed by which Gupta ruler?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
Chandragupta II was the third ruler of the Gupta dynasty and the son of Samudragupta.
He assumed the title 'Vikramaditya' (Sun of Valor) to celebrate his victory over the Shakas (Western Kshatrapas).
His reign is often considered the 'Golden Age' of ancient India due to the flourishing of art, literature, and science.
He assumed the title 'Vikramaditya' (Sun of Valor) to celebrate his victory over the Shakas (Western Kshatrapas).
His reign is often considered the 'Golden Age' of ancient India due to the flourishing of art, literature, and science.
9.
Which Greek traveler visited the court of Chandragupta Maurya?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Megasthenes was a Greek ambassador sent by Seleucus Nicator to the court of Chandragupta Maurya.
He stayed in the Mauryan capital, Pataliputra, for several years.
He wrote a book titled 'Indica', which provides a detailed account of the Mauryan administration, social structure, and economy.
He stayed in the Mauryan capital, Pataliputra, for several years.
He wrote a book titled 'Indica', which provides a detailed account of the Mauryan administration, social structure, and economy.
10.
The famous 'Iron Pillar' at Mehrauli, Delhi, is associated with:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Iron Pillar at Mehrauli contains an inscription mentioning a king named 'Chandra'.
Most historians identify this king as Chandragupta II of the Gupta Empire.
The pillar is world-famous for its rust-resistant properties, demonstrating the advanced metallurgical skills of ancient Indians.
Most historians identify this king as Chandragupta II of the Gupta Empire.
The pillar is world-famous for its rust-resistant properties, demonstrating the advanced metallurgical skills of ancient Indians.