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1. Question
The word ‘Hindu’ as reference to the people of Hind (India) was first used by: [1995]
CorrectThe name of India is a modification of the word Sindhu. Sindhu is the name of the Indus River, mentioned in the Rig-Veda. Neighboring Arabs, Iranians uttered ‘s’ as ‘h’ and called this land Hindu. Greeks pronounced this name as Indus.
IncorrectThe name of India is a modification of the word Sindhu. Sindhu is the name of the Indus River, mentioned in the Rig-Veda. Neighboring Arabs, Iranians uttered ‘s’ as ‘h’ and called this land Hindu. Greeks pronounced this name as Indus.
UnattemptedThe name of India is a modification of the word Sindhu. Sindhu is the name of the Indus River, mentioned in the Rig-Veda. Neighboring Arabs, Iranians uttered ‘s’ as ‘h’ and called this land Hindu. Greeks pronounced this name as Indus.
- Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Who among the following was a Brahmavadini who composed some hymns of the Vedas? [1995]
CorrectOther Brahmavadini are Vishwawara, Sikta, Nivavari, Ghosha and Maitreyi.
IncorrectOther Brahmavadini are Vishwawara, Sikta, Nivavari, Ghosha and Maitreyi.
UnattemptedOther Brahmavadini are Vishwawara, Sikta, Nivavari, Ghosha and Maitreyi.
- Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer (using codes given below the lists) [1995]
List-I (Eras) List-II (Reckoned from)
A. Vikrama era 1. 3102 B.C.
B. Saka era 2. 320 A.D.
C. Gupta era 3. 78 A.D.
D. Kali era 4. 58 B.C.
5. 248 A.D.
Codes:Correct248 A.D. is Kalachuri era. Vikram era was started by king Vikramaditya. Shaka era was started by Kanishka. Gupta era was started by Chandragupta-I.
Incorrect248 A.D. is Kalachuri era. Vikram era was started by king Vikramaditya. Shaka era was started by Kanishka. Gupta era was started by Chandragupta-I.
Unattempted248 A.D. is Kalachuri era. Vikram era was started by king Vikramaditya. Shaka era was started by Kanishka. Gupta era was started by Chandragupta-I.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
In Sanskrit plays written during the Gupta period, women and Sudras spoke: [1995]
CorrectIn Sanskrit plays of Gupta period women and Sudras spoke prakrit and Elite class spoke Sanskrit.
IncorrectIn Sanskrit plays of Gupta period women and Sudras spoke prakrit and Elite class spoke Sanskrit.
UnattemptedIn Sanskrit plays of Gupta period women and Sudras spoke prakrit and Elite class spoke Sanskrit.
- Question 5 of 20
5. Question
The name by which Ashoka is generally referred to his inscriptions is: [1995]
CorrectIn the year 1915 near a village called Maski in Raichur District of Karnataka, a rock inscription was discovered on a hill. In this inscription for the first time the name of Ashoka was found with titles like Devanampriya and Priyadarshi. It was then certain that Devanampriya Priyadarshi was no other than Ashoka.
IncorrectIn the year 1915 near a village called Maski in Raichur District of Karnataka, a rock inscription was discovered on a hill. In this inscription for the first time the name of Ashoka was found with titles like Devanampriya and Priyadarshi. It was then certain that Devanampriya Priyadarshi was no other than Ashoka.
UnattemptedIn the year 1915 near a village called Maski in Raichur District of Karnataka, a rock inscription was discovered on a hill. In this inscription for the first time the name of Ashoka was found with titles like Devanampriya and Priyadarshi. It was then certain that Devanampriya Priyadarshi was no other than Ashoka.
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
The term ‘Yavanapriya’ mentioned in ancient Sanskrit texts denoted: [1995]
CorrectYavanas were Indo-Greeks. They liked pepper, that is why pepper was known as Yavanapriya.
IncorrectYavanas were Indo-Greeks. They liked pepper, that is why pepper was known as Yavanapriya.
UnattemptedYavanas were Indo-Greeks. They liked pepper, that is why pepper was known as Yavanapriya.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
The concept of Anuvrata was advocated by: [1995]
CorrectAnuvrata was the five main teachings of Jainism-Ahimsa, Asateya, Aparigraha, Satya and Brahmacharya
IncorrectAnuvrata was the five main teachings of Jainism-Ahimsa, Asateya, Aparigraha, Satya and Brahmacharya
UnattemptedAnuvrata was the five main teachings of Jainism-Ahimsa, Asateya, Aparigraha, Satya and Brahmacharya
- Question 8 of 20
8. Question
According to Mimamsa system of philosophy, liberation is possible by means of: [1995]
CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Bronze icons of Nataraja cast during the Chola period invariably show the deity with: [1995]
CorrectFour handed Bronze icon of Nataraja is the finest example of Chola sculpture.
IncorrectFour handed Bronze icon of Nataraja is the finest example of Chola sculpture.
UnattemptedFour handed Bronze icon of Nataraja is the finest example of Chola sculpture.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
According to ancient Indian cosmogonic ideas the sequential order of the cycle of four acons (yugas) is: [1996]
CorrectA complete Yuga starts with the Satya Yuga (Krita), via Treta Yuga and Dvapara Yuga into a Kali Yuga.
IncorrectA complete Yuga starts with the Satya Yuga (Krita), via Treta Yuga and Dvapara Yuga into a Kali Yuga.
UnattemptedA complete Yuga starts with the Satya Yuga (Krita), via Treta Yuga and Dvapara Yuga into a Kali Yuga.
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Which one of the following temples figured in the news regarding the institution of the Devadasi? [1996]
CorrectDevadasi is a girl “dedicated” to worship and service of a deity or a temple for the rest of her life. They were Considered the human wife of Lord Jagannath.
IncorrectDevadasi is a girl “dedicated” to worship and service of a deity or a temple for the rest of her life. They were Considered the human wife of Lord Jagannath.
UnattemptedDevadasi is a girl “dedicated” to worship and service of a deity or a temple for the rest of her life. They were Considered the human wife of Lord Jagannath.
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
The river most mentioned in early Vedic literature is: [1996]
CorrectSapta Sindhu play a prominent part in the hymns of the Rigveda, and consequently in early Vedic religion.
IncorrectSapta Sindhu play a prominent part in the hymns of the Rigveda, and consequently in early Vedic religion.
UnattemptedSapta Sindhu play a prominent part in the hymns of the Rigveda, and consequently in early Vedic religion.
- Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Which one of the following is not a part of early Jains literature? [1996]
CorrectTherigatha was a part of the Buddhist literature.
IncorrectTherigatha was a part of the Buddhist literature.
UnattemptedTherigatha was a part of the Buddhist literature.
- Question 14 of 20
14. Question
Which of the following were common to both Buddhism and Jainism? [1996]
1. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment
2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas
3. Denial of efficacy of rituals
4. Non-injury to animal life
Select the answer using the codes given below:
Codes:CorrectBoth denied the authority of the Vedas and the necessity of performing sacrifices and rituals. Both of them were opposed to animal sacrifices.
IncorrectBoth denied the authority of the Vedas and the necessity of performing sacrifices and rituals. Both of them were opposed to animal sacrifices.
UnattemptedBoth denied the authority of the Vedas and the necessity of performing sacrifices and rituals. Both of them were opposed to animal sacrifices.
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
In the context of ancient Indian society which one of the following terms does not belong to the category of the other three? [1996]
CorrectKosa was used for treasury and the rest of the three terms were related to family.
IncorrectKosa was used for treasury and the rest of the three terms were related to family.
UnattemptedKosa was used for treasury and the rest of the three terms were related to family.
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Who among the following is known for his work on medicine during the Gupta period? [1996]
CorrectSusrutha Samhita was written by Susrutha. He was said to have been the best surgeon during the Gupta period.
IncorrectSusrutha Samhita was written by Susrutha. He was said to have been the best surgeon during the Gupta period.
UnattemptedSusrutha Samhita was written by Susrutha. He was said to have been the best surgeon during the Gupta period.
- Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Which one of the following sculptures invariably used green schist as the medium? [1996]
CorrectBharhut sculptures used green schist as the medium. In this sculpture, Green schist metamorphic rocks were used. In Mathura sculptures, red sandstone was used. In Gandhara Sculptures, bluish grey sandstone was used.
IncorrectBharhut sculptures used green schist as the medium. In this sculpture, Green schist metamorphic rocks were used. In Mathura sculptures, red sandstone was used. In Gandhara Sculptures, bluish grey sandstone was used.
UnattemptedBharhut sculptures used green schist as the medium. In this sculpture, Green schist metamorphic rocks were used. In Mathura sculptures, red sandstone was used. In Gandhara Sculptures, bluish grey sandstone was used.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer: [1996]
List-I List-II
A. Vishakhadatta 1. Medicine
B. Varahamihira 2. Drama
C. Charaka 3. Astronomy
D. Brahmagupta 4. Mathematics
Codes:CorrectVishakhadatta wrote a drama named “Mudra Rakshasa”.
IncorrectVishakhadatta wrote a drama named “Mudra Rakshasa”.
UnattemptedVishakhadatta wrote a drama named “Mudra Rakshasa”.
- Question 19 of 20
19. Question
Which one of the following texts of ancient India allows divorce to a wife deserted by her husband? [1996]
CorrectArthashastra was written by Kautilya. In this book ‘Moksha’ has been used for divorce.
IncorrectArthashastra was written by Kautilya. In this book ‘Moksha’ has been used for divorce.
UnattemptedArthashastra was written by Kautilya. In this book ‘Moksha’ has been used for divorce.
- Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: [1997]
List-I List-II
A. Gupta 1. Badami
B. Chandella 2. Panamalai
C. Chalukya 3. Khajuraho
D. Pallava 4. Deogarh
Codes:CorrectBadami was also known as Vatapi in Bijapur district of Karnataka. Panamalai or Kanchi in Tamil Nadu was the capital of Pallavas.
IncorrectBadami was also known as Vatapi in Bijapur district of Karnataka. Panamalai or Kanchi in Tamil Nadu was the capital of Pallavas.
UnattemptedBadami was also known as Vatapi in Bijapur district of Karnataka. Panamalai or Kanchi in Tamil Nadu was the capital of Pallavas.