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1. Question
In ancient Indian Buddhist monasteries, a ceremony called Pavarana used to be held. It was the: [2002]
CorrectPavarana is a Buddhist holy day celebrated on the full moon of the eleventh lunar month. It marks the end of the month of Vassa, sometimes called “Buddhist Lent.” This day marks the end of the rainy season in some Asian countries like Thailand, where Theravada Buddhism is practiced. On this day, each monk (Pali: bhikkhu) must come before the community of monks (Sangha) and atone for an offense he may have committed during the Vassa.
IncorrectPavarana is a Buddhist holy day celebrated on the full moon of the eleventh lunar month. It marks the end of the month of Vassa, sometimes called “Buddhist Lent.” This day marks the end of the rainy season in some Asian countries like Thailand, where Theravada Buddhism is practiced. On this day, each monk (Pali: bhikkhu) must come before the community of monks (Sangha) and atone for an offense he may have committed during the Vassa.
UnattemptedPavarana is a Buddhist holy day celebrated on the full moon of the eleventh lunar month. It marks the end of the month of Vassa, sometimes called “Buddhist Lent.” This day marks the end of the rainy season in some Asian countries like Thailand, where Theravada Buddhism is practiced. On this day, each monk (Pali: bhikkhu) must come before the community of monks (Sangha) and atone for an offense he may have committed during the Vassa.
- Question 2 of 20
2. Question
The ancient Indian play Mudrarakshasa of Visakhadutt has its subject on: [2002]
CorrectThe Mudrarakshasa (“The Signet of the Minister”), a historical play in Sanskrit by Vishakhadatta (4th century CE) narrates the ascent of the king Chandragupta Maurya to power in Northern India.
IncorrectThe Mudrarakshasa (“The Signet of the Minister”), a historical play in Sanskrit by Vishakhadatta (4th century CE) narrates the ascent of the king Chandragupta Maurya to power in Northern India.
UnattemptedThe Mudrarakshasa (“The Signet of the Minister”), a historical play in Sanskrit by Vishakhadatta (4th century CE) narrates the ascent of the king Chandragupta Maurya to power in Northern India.
- Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Emperor Harsha’s southward march was stopped on the Narmada river by: [2003]
CorrectEmperor Harsha’s southward march was stopped on the Narmada river by Pulakesin II, the Chalukya king of Vatapi in northern Mysore.
IncorrectEmperor Harsha’s southward march was stopped on the Narmada river by Pulakesin II, the Chalukya king of Vatapi in northern Mysore.
UnattemptedEmperor Harsha’s southward march was stopped on the Narmada river by Pulakesin II, the Chalukya king of Vatapi in northern Mysore.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Consider the following statements: [2003]
1. The Cholas defeated Pandya and Chera rulers and established their domination over peninsular India in the early medieval times.
2. The Cholas sent an expedition against Sailendra empire of South-East Asia and conquered some of the areas.
Which of these statements is/are correct?CorrectThe Chola kingdom of the Sangam period extended from modern Tiruchi district to southern Andhra Pradesh. Their capital was first located at Uraiyur and then shifted to Puhar. Karikala was a famous king of the Sangam Cholas. Pattinappalai portrays his early life and his military conquests. In the Battle of Venni he defeated the mighty confederacy consisting of the Cheras, Pandyas and eleven minor chieftains.
The Chola emperor launched a successful naval expedition against the sailendra kingdom.IncorrectThe Chola kingdom of the Sangam period extended from modern Tiruchi district to southern Andhra Pradesh. Their capital was first located at Uraiyur and then shifted to Puhar. Karikala was a famous king of the Sangam Cholas. Pattinappalai portrays his early life and his military conquests. In the Battle of Venni he defeated the mighty confederacy consisting of the Cheras, Pandyas and eleven minor chieftains.
The Chola emperor launched a successful naval expedition against the sailendra kingdom.UnattemptedThe Chola kingdom of the Sangam period extended from modern Tiruchi district to southern Andhra Pradesh. Their capital was first located at Uraiyur and then shifted to Puhar. Karikala was a famous king of the Sangam Cholas. Pattinappalai portrays his early life and his military conquests. In the Battle of Venni he defeated the mighty confederacy consisting of the Cheras, Pandyas and eleven minor chieftains.
The Chola emperor launched a successful naval expedition against the sailendra kingdom. - Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Mrichchhakatika’ an ancient Indian book written by Shudraka deals with: [2003]
CorrectMrichchhakatika (The Clay Court) is a Sanskrit play written by Shudraka in 2nd C BC. It is about a young man named Charudatta, and his love for Vasantasena, a rich courtesan.
IncorrectMrichchhakatika (The Clay Court) is a Sanskrit play written by Shudraka in 2nd C BC. It is about a young man named Charudatta, and his love for Vasantasena, a rich courtesan.
UnattemptedMrichchhakatika (The Clay Court) is a Sanskrit play written by Shudraka in 2nd C BC. It is about a young man named Charudatta, and his love for Vasantasena, a rich courtesan.
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Consider the following statements: [2003]
1. Vardhaman Mahavira’s mother was the daughter of Lichchhavi chief Chetaka
2. Gautama Buddha’s mother was a princess from the Koshalan dynasty
3. Parshvanatha, the twenty-third Tirthankara, belonged to Benaras
Which of these statements is/are correct?CorrectVardhaman Mahavira’s mother, Trishala was the sister (not the daughter) of Lichchhavi chief Chetaka.
IncorrectVardhaman Mahavira’s mother, Trishala was the sister (not the daughter) of Lichchhavi chief Chetaka.
UnattemptedVardhaman Mahavira’s mother, Trishala was the sister (not the daughter) of Lichchhavi chief Chetaka.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Consider the following statements: [2003]
1. The last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha was assassinated by his commander-in-chief, Pushyamitra Sunga.
2. The last Sunga king, Devabhuti was assassinated by his Brahmana Minister Vasudeva Kanva who usurped the throne.
3. The last ruler of the Kanva dynasty was deposed by the Andhras.
Which of these statements is/are correct?CorrectAll statements are correct. The last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha was assassinated by his commander-in-chief, Pushyamitra Sunga in 185 BC. The last ruler of Kanva dynasty, Susharma was deposed by the Andhras and Satavahana dynasty came into being.
IncorrectAll statements are correct. The last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha was assassinated by his commander-in-chief, Pushyamitra Sunga in 185 BC. The last ruler of Kanva dynasty, Susharma was deposed by the Andhras and Satavahana dynasty came into being.
UnattemptedAll statements are correct. The last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha was assassinated by his commander-in-chief, Pushyamitra Sunga in 185 BC. The last ruler of Kanva dynasty, Susharma was deposed by the Andhras and Satavahana dynasty came into being.
- Question 8 of 20
8. Question
Consider the following statements: [2004]
1. The Chinese pilgrim Fa-Hien attended the fourth Great Buddhist Council held by Kanishka.
2. The Chinese pilgrim Hiuen-Tsang met Harsha and found him to be antagonistic to Buddhism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectStatement 1 is incorrect as fourth Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir during the reign of Kanishka under the presidentship of Vasumitra and Ashvaghosh. Fa-Hien visited India during the reign of Chandra Gupta-II and not during Kanishka’s reign. Statement 2 is incorrect as Harsha was not antagonistic to Buddhism when Hiuen-Tsang met him.
IncorrectStatement 1 is incorrect as fourth Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir during the reign of Kanishka under the presidentship of Vasumitra and Ashvaghosh. Fa-Hien visited India during the reign of Chandra Gupta-II and not during Kanishka’s reign. Statement 2 is incorrect as Harsha was not antagonistic to Buddhism when Hiuen-Tsang met him.
UnattemptedStatement 1 is incorrect as fourth Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir during the reign of Kanishka under the presidentship of Vasumitra and Ashvaghosh. Fa-Hien visited India during the reign of Chandra Gupta-II and not during Kanishka’s reign. Statement 2 is incorrect as Harsha was not antagonistic to Buddhism when Hiuen-Tsang met him.
- Question 9 of 20
9. Question
With reference to ancient Jainism, which one of the following statements is correct? [2004]
CorrectJainism spread in South India under the leadership of Bhadrabahu (not Sthalabahu). The Jainas who remained under the leadership of Bhadrabahu were called Digambaras (not Shvetambaras) after the first council held at Pataliputra (modern Patna) by Sthulbahu.
IncorrectJainism spread in South India under the leadership of Bhadrabahu (not Sthalabahu). The Jainas who remained under the leadership of Bhadrabahu were called Digambaras (not Shvetambaras) after the first council held at Pataliputra (modern Patna) by Sthulbahu.
UnattemptedJainism spread in South India under the leadership of Bhadrabahu (not Sthalabahu). The Jainas who remained under the leadership of Bhadrabahu were called Digambaras (not Shvetambaras) after the first council held at Pataliputra (modern Patna) by Sthulbahu.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Which one of the following four Vedas contains an account of magical charms and spells? [2004]
CorrectAtharvaveda is a book of magical formula. It contains charms and spells to ward-off evil and disease.
IncorrectAtharvaveda is a book of magical formula. It contains charms and spells to ward-off evil and disease.
UnattemptedAtharvaveda is a book of magical formula. It contains charms and spells to ward-off evil and disease.
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Who among the following was not a contemporary of the other three? [2005]
CorrectBimbisara belonged to the Haryanka dynasty. Magdha empire came into prominence under him. He was a contemporary of the Buddha. He strengthened his position by marriage alliances. His first wife was the sister of Prasenjit (son of king of Koshala) who was also contemporary of the Buddha.
IncorrectBimbisara belonged to the Haryanka dynasty. Magdha empire came into prominence under him. He was a contemporary of the Buddha. He strengthened his position by marriage alliances. His first wife was the sister of Prasenjit (son of king of Koshala) who was also contemporary of the Buddha.
UnattemptedBimbisara belonged to the Haryanka dynasty. Magdha empire came into prominence under him. He was a contemporary of the Buddha. He strengthened his position by marriage alliances. His first wife was the sister of Prasenjit (son of king of Koshala) who was also contemporary of the Buddha.
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Who among the following laid the foundation of Rashtrakuta Empire? [2006]
CorrectDantidurga, a feudatory of Chalukyas, founded the Rastrakuta empire in 753 C E (AD) with their capital at Manyakhet.
IncorrectDantidurga, a feudatory of Chalukyas, founded the Rastrakuta empire in 753 C E (AD) with their capital at Manyakhet.
UnattemptedDantidurga, a feudatory of Chalukyas, founded the Rastrakuta empire in 753 C E (AD) with their capital at Manyakhet.
- Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Between which of the following was the ancient town of Takshasila located? [2006]
CorrectSindhu was the old name of river Indus and Vitasta was the old name of River Jhelum. In persent time Takshashila situated in Pakistan.
IncorrectSindhu was the old name of river Indus and Vitasta was the old name of River Jhelum. In persent time Takshashila situated in Pakistan.
UnattemptedSindhu was the old name of river Indus and Vitasta was the old name of River Jhelum. In persent time Takshashila situated in Pakistan.
- Question 14 of 20
14. Question
With reference to the invaders in ancient India, which one of the following is the correct chronological order? [2006]
CorrectAlexander (Greek, 326 B.C.E.); Sakas (90 B.C.E.); Kushanas (45 C.E.)
IncorrectAlexander (Greek, 326 B.C.E.); Sakas (90 B.C.E.); Kushanas (45 C.E.)
UnattemptedAlexander (Greek, 326 B.C.E.); Sakas (90 B.C.E.); Kushanas (45 C.E.)
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Consider the following statements: [2006]
1. The Ikshvaku rulers of Southern India were antagonistic towards Buddhism.
2. The Pala rulers of Eastern India were patrons of Buddhism.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/ are correct?CorrectStatement 1 is incorrect as most of the inscriptions of the Andhra Ikshvaku period record either the construction of the Buddhist viharas or the gifts made to them which shows that the Ikshvaku rulers of Southern India were supporters of Buddhism.
IncorrectStatement 1 is incorrect as most of the inscriptions of the Andhra Ikshvaku period record either the construction of the Buddhist viharas or the gifts made to them which shows that the Ikshvaku rulers of Southern India were supporters of Buddhism.
UnattemptedStatement 1 is incorrect as most of the inscriptions of the Andhra Ikshvaku period record either the construction of the Buddhist viharas or the gifts made to them which shows that the Ikshvaku rulers of Southern India were supporters of Buddhism.
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
The Allahabad Pillar inscription is associated with which one of the following? [2006]
CorrectIt was written by Samudragupta’s court poet Harisena.
IncorrectIt was written by Samudragupta’s court poet Harisena.
UnattemptedIt was written by Samudragupta’s court poet Harisena.
- Question 17 of 20
17. Question
What does Baudhayan theorem (Baudhayan Sulva Sutras) relate to? [2008]
CorrectThis is same as the Pythagoras theorem.
IncorrectThis is same as the Pythagoras theorem.
UnattemptedThis is same as the Pythagoras theorem.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Anekantavada is a core theory and philosophy of which one of the following? [2009]
CorrectThe Jaina metaphysics is realistic and relativistic pluralism. It is called Anekantavada or the doctrine of ‘mayness of reality’. Matter and spirit are regarded as separate and independent realities.
IncorrectThe Jaina metaphysics is realistic and relativistic pluralism. It is called Anekantavada or the doctrine of ‘mayness of reality’. Matter and spirit are regarded as separate and independent realities.
UnattemptedThe Jaina metaphysics is realistic and relativistic pluralism. It is called Anekantavada or the doctrine of ‘mayness of reality’. Matter and spirit are regarded as separate and independent realities.
- Question 19 of 20
19. Question
There are only two known examples of cave paintings of the Gupta period in ancient India. One of these is paintings of Ajanta caves. Where is the other surviving example of Gupta paintings? [2010]
CorrectA copper plate inscription of Maharaja Subandhu, recording his donation for the repair of the vihara was found at the site of Cave 2. Though, the date of the Bagh inscription is missing, the Badwani copper plate inscription is dated in the year (Gupta era) 167 (487).
IncorrectA copper plate inscription of Maharaja Subandhu, recording his donation for the repair of the vihara was found at the site of Cave 2. Though, the date of the Bagh inscription is missing, the Badwani copper plate inscription is dated in the year (Gupta era) 167 (487).
UnattemptedA copper plate inscription of Maharaja Subandhu, recording his donation for the repair of the vihara was found at the site of Cave 2. Though, the date of the Bagh inscription is missing, the Badwani copper plate inscription is dated in the year (Gupta era) 167 (487).
- Question 20 of 20
20. Question
India maintained its early cultural contacts and trade links with Southeast Asia across the Bay of Bengal. For this pre-eminence of early maritime history of Bay of Bengal, which of the following could be the most convincing explanation/explanations? [2011 – I]
CorrectOption (d) is the correct answer.
IncorrectOption (d) is the correct answer.
UnattemptedOption (d) is the correct answer.