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- Question 1 of 20
1. Question
From the third century AD when the Hun invasion ended the Roman Empire, the Indian merchants relied more and more on the: [1999]
CorrectAfter the 3rd century AD Roman empire came to an end. Indian merchants meanwhile had begun torely more heavily on the south-east Asian Trade.
IncorrectAfter the 3rd century AD Roman empire came to an end. Indian merchants meanwhile had begun torely more heavily on the south-east Asian Trade.
UnattemptedAfter the 3rd century AD Roman empire came to an end. Indian merchants meanwhile had begun torely more heavily on the south-east Asian Trade.
- Question 2 of 20
2. Question
The following persons came to India at one time or another: [1999]
1. Fa-Hien
2. I-Tsing
3. Megasthanese
4. Hieun-Tsang
The correct chronological sequence of their visits is:CorrectFa-Hien–405–411 CE; I-Tsing–671–695 CE; Megasthanese – 302–298 BC; Hieun–Tsang–630–645CE
IncorrectFa-Hien–405–411 CE; I-Tsing–671–695 CE; Megasthanese – 302–298 BC; Hieun–Tsang–630–645CE
UnattemptedFa-Hien–405–411 CE; I-Tsing–671–695 CE; Megasthanese – 302–298 BC; Hieun–Tsang–630–645CE
- Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Which one of the following was initially the most powerful city state of India in the 6th century B.C.? [1999]
CorrectOf the 16 Mahajanapadas, Magadha, Kosala, Vatsa and Avanti were more powerful. They fought amongst themselves for years and ultimately Magadha emerged victorious under Bimbisara (Haranyak dynasty) in 6th C BC.
IncorrectOf the 16 Mahajanapadas, Magadha, Kosala, Vatsa and Avanti were more powerful. They fought amongst themselves for years and ultimately Magadha emerged victorious under Bimbisara (Haranyak dynasty) in 6th C BC.
UnattemptedOf the 16 Mahajanapadas, Magadha, Kosala, Vatsa and Avanti were more powerful. They fought amongst themselves for years and ultimately Magadha emerged victorious under Bimbisara (Haranyak dynasty) in 6th C BC.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
The Indo-Laws Kingdom set up in north Afghanistan in the beginning of the second century B.C. was: [1999]
CorrectBactria was the ancient civilizations of Iranian peoples. Ancient Bactria was located between the Hindu Kush mountain range and the Amu Darya river, covering the flat region that straddles modern-day Afghanistan and Tajikistan.
IncorrectBactria was the ancient civilizations of Iranian peoples. Ancient Bactria was located between the Hindu Kush mountain range and the Amu Darya river, covering the flat region that straddles modern-day Afghanistan and Tajikistan.
UnattemptedBactria was the ancient civilizations of Iranian peoples. Ancient Bactria was located between the Hindu Kush mountain range and the Amu Darya river, covering the flat region that straddles modern-day Afghanistan and Tajikistan.
- Question 5 of 20
5. Question
The term ‘Aryan’ denotes: [1999]
CorrectAryan is in fact a linguistic term indicating a speech group of Indo-European origin, and is not an ethnic term.
IncorrectAryan is in fact a linguistic term indicating a speech group of Indo-European origin, and is not an ethnic term.
UnattemptedAryan is in fact a linguistic term indicating a speech group of Indo-European origin, and is not an ethnic term.
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Which one of the following ports handled the North Indian trade during the Gupta period? [1999]
CorrectTamralipta or Tamralipti was the name of an ancient city on the Bay of Bengal corresponding with Tamluk in modern-day India. Tamralipta may have been one of the most important urban centres of trade and commerce of early historic India, trading along the Silk Road with China, by Uttarapatha, the northern high road, the main trade route into the Middle East and Europe; and by seafaring routes to Bali, Java and the Far East.
IncorrectTamralipta or Tamralipti was the name of an ancient city on the Bay of Bengal corresponding with Tamluk in modern-day India. Tamralipta may have been one of the most important urban centres of trade and commerce of early historic India, trading along the Silk Road with China, by Uttarapatha, the northern high road, the main trade route into the Middle East and Europe; and by seafaring routes to Bali, Java and the Far East.
UnattemptedTamralipta or Tamralipti was the name of an ancient city on the Bay of Bengal corresponding with Tamluk in modern-day India. Tamralipta may have been one of the most important urban centres of trade and commerce of early historic India, trading along the Silk Road with China, by Uttarapatha, the northern high road, the main trade route into the Middle East and Europe; and by seafaring routes to Bali, Java and the Far East.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Assertion (A) : The Aham and Puram poems of the Padinen Kilukanakku group formed a continuation of the Sangam composition.
Reason (R) : They were included under the post-Sangam works as against the Sangam works proper. [2000]CorrectThe didactic works of Sangam period are called Kilukanakku (18 minor groups) consisting of Tirukurral and Naladiyar. The Aham and Puram poems of the Kilukanakku group were composed in post-Sangam period. That’s why R explains A.
IncorrectThe didactic works of Sangam period are called Kilukanakku (18 minor groups) consisting of Tirukurral and Naladiyar. The Aham and Puram poems of the Kilukanakku group were composed in post-Sangam period. That’s why R explains A.
UnattemptedThe didactic works of Sangam period are called Kilukanakku (18 minor groups) consisting of Tirukurral and Naladiyar. The Aham and Puram poems of the Kilukanakku group were composed in post-Sangam period. That’s why R explains A.
- Question 8 of 20
8. Question
Assertion (A) : The emphasis of Jainism on nonviolence (ahimsa) prevented agriculturalists from embracing Jainism.
Reason (R) : Cultivation involved killing of insects and pests. [2000]CorrectBoth statements are true and the reason is correct explanation of assertion.
IncorrectBoth statements are true and the reason is correct explanation of assertion.
UnattemptedBoth statements are true and the reason is correct explanation of assertion.
- Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Assertion (A) : The origin of feudal system in ancient India can be traced to military campaigns.
Reason (R) : There was considerable expansion of the feudal system during the Gupta period. [2000]CorrectBoth the statements are true but do not explain each other.
IncorrectBoth the statements are true but do not explain each other.
UnattemptedBoth the statements are true but do not explain each other.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Assertion (A) : Ashoka annexed Kalinga to the Mauryan Empire.
Reason (R) : Kalinga controlled the land and sea routes to South India. [2000]CorrectAshoka annexed Kalinga to the Mauryan empire in 261 BC. Though Ashoka abandoned the policy of physical occupation in favour of policy of cultural conquest after the Kalinga War, yet he retained Kalinga after its conquest and incorporated it into his empire. Thus R explains A.
IncorrectAshoka annexed Kalinga to the Mauryan empire in 261 BC. Though Ashoka abandoned the policy of physical occupation in favour of policy of cultural conquest after the Kalinga War, yet he retained Kalinga after its conquest and incorporated it into his empire. Thus R explains A.
UnattemptedAshoka annexed Kalinga to the Mauryan empire in 261 BC. Though Ashoka abandoned the policy of physical occupation in favour of policy of cultural conquest after the Kalinga War, yet he retained Kalinga after its conquest and incorporated it into his empire. Thus R explains A.
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
The practice of military governorship was first introduced in India by the: [2000]
CorrectGreeks first introduced military governorship in India. They appointed their Governors called strategos.
IncorrectGreeks first introduced military governorship in India. They appointed their Governors called strategos.
UnattemptedGreeks first introduced military governorship in India. They appointed their Governors called strategos.
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Which one of the following dynasties was ruling over North India at the time of Alexander’s invasion? [2000]
CorrectAlexander invaded India in 326 BC. Nandas were ruling over India at that time. The chronological order of these 4 dynasties was: Nanda, Maurya, Sunga and Kanvas.
IncorrectAlexander invaded India in 326 BC. Nandas were ruling over India at that time. The chronological order of these 4 dynasties was: Nanda, Maurya, Sunga and Kanvas.
UnattemptedAlexander invaded India in 326 BC. Nandas were ruling over India at that time. The chronological order of these 4 dynasties was: Nanda, Maurya, Sunga and Kanvas.
- Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Hoysala monuments are found in: [2001]
CorrectThe capital of the Hoysalas was initially located at Belur but was later moved to Halebid.
IncorrectThe capital of the Hoysalas was initially located at Belur but was later moved to Halebid.
UnattemptedThe capital of the Hoysalas was initially located at Belur but was later moved to Halebid.
- Question 14 of 20
14. Question
Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched? [2001]
CorrectPainted Greyware belonged to later Vedic period (1000–600BC). Ajanta paintings belong to the Gupta period. Pahari School came into existence during the Mughal period.
IncorrectPainted Greyware belonged to later Vedic period (1000–600BC). Ajanta paintings belong to the Gupta period. Pahari School came into existence during the Mughal period.
UnattemptedPainted Greyware belonged to later Vedic period (1000–600BC). Ajanta paintings belong to the Gupta period. Pahari School came into existence during the Mughal period.
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Assertion (A) : Harshavardhana convened the Prayag Assembly.
Reason (R) : He wanted to popularize only the Mahayana form of Buddhism. [2001]CorrectTo popularize the Mahayana form of Buddhism. Harshavardhana convened an assembly at Kannauj. The Prayag assembly was convened to popularize himself.
IncorrectTo popularize the Mahayana form of Buddhism. Harshavardhana convened an assembly at Kannauj. The Prayag assembly was convened to popularize himself.
UnattemptedTo popularize the Mahayana form of Buddhism. Harshavardhana convened an assembly at Kannauj. The Prayag assembly was convened to popularize himself.
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Which one of the Chola kings conquered Ceylon? [2001]
CorrectIn 1017, Rajendra conquered Ceylon (Srilanka). Earlier Rajaraja I conquered only half of it.
IncorrectIn 1017, Rajendra conquered Ceylon (Srilanka). Earlier Rajaraja I conquered only half of it.
UnattemptedIn 1017, Rajendra conquered Ceylon (Srilanka). Earlier Rajaraja I conquered only half of it.
- Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Who among the following presided over the Buddhist Council held during the reign of Kanishka at Kashmir? [2001]
CorrectVasumitra and Ashavaghosh together presided over the fourth council. In this council Buddhists were divided into Mahayanists and Hinayanists.
IncorrectVasumitra and Ashavaghosh together presided over the fourth council. In this council Buddhists were divided into Mahayanists and Hinayanists.
UnattemptedVasumitra and Ashavaghosh together presided over the fourth council. In this council Buddhists were divided into Mahayanists and Hinayanists.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Which one of the following animals was not represented seals and terracotta art of the Harappan culture? [2001]
CorrectCow, camel, horse and lion were not depicted on seals. Unicorn (bull) was the animal most commonly represented on the seals.
IncorrectCow, camel, horse and lion were not depicted on seals. Unicorn (bull) was the animal most commonly represented on the seals.
UnattemptedCow, camel, horse and lion were not depicted on seals. Unicorn (bull) was the animal most commonly represented on the seals.
- Question 19 of 20
19. Question
Match List-I (Ancient site) with List-II (Archaeological finding) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: [2002]
List-I List-II
(Ancient site) (Archaeological finding)
A. Lothal 1. Ploughed field
B. Kalibangan 2. Dockyard
C. Dholavira 3. Terrcotta replica of a plough
D. Banawali 4. An inscription comprising ten large sized signs of the Harappan script
Codes:CorrectThe correct match is option (b).
IncorrectThe correct match is option (b).
UnattemptedThe correct match is option (b).
- Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Which one of the following statements is not correct? [2002]
CorrectThe Statue of Gomateshwara was built in deference to Jain deity Bahubali, It does not represent last Tirthankara of Jains. India’s largest Buddhist monastery is Tawang Monastery located in Arunachal Pradesh. It is the second largest in the world after the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet.
IncorrectThe Statue of Gomateshwara was built in deference to Jain deity Bahubali, It does not represent last Tirthankara of Jains. India’s largest Buddhist monastery is Tawang Monastery located in Arunachal Pradesh. It is the second largest in the world after the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet.
UnattemptedThe Statue of Gomateshwara was built in deference to Jain deity Bahubali, It does not represent last Tirthankara of Jains. India’s largest Buddhist monastery is Tawang Monastery located in Arunachal Pradesh. It is the second largest in the world after the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet.