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Q 1 - Which among the following Rock Edicts of Asoka discusses about the Dhamma’s impact on society?
Answer : D
Explanation
Rock Edict IV also describes that the Dhammaghosa is ideal to the mankind and not the Bherighosa.
Q 2 - ‘Mujavant,’ the Himalayan Mountain peak, used in Rig Veda refers:
Answer : C
Explanation
Mujavant, used in Rig Veda, refers soma (a sort of wine).
Q 3 - Which one of the following defines the origin of Indian Music?
Answer : A
Explanation
The origin of Indian music is discussed in Sama Veda Samhita.
Q 4 - Which among the following has written the Mūlamadhyamakakarika?
Answer : D
Explanation
Mūlamadhyamakakarika is a grand commentary on the Buddha's discourse to Kaccayana.
Q 5 - The ancient religious movement that rejected the Vedic Hindu ritualism and the authority of the Brahmins is known as …
Answer : A
Explanation
The literal meaning of the terms ‘Sramanas’ is seeker, one who performs acts of austerity or ascetic.
Q 6 - The history of Suryavansi (Solar dynasty) and Chandravansi (Lunar dynasty) is found in ……
Answer : D
Q 7 - As per the Chanakya’s Arthasastra, amatyas (or higher officials) could be appointed only after subjecting them to some tests namely …………
Answer : B
Explanation
Accordingly to Chanakya, king should appoint his Amatyah (ministers and high officials) based on the capacity to perform that they have shown in their previous work.
Q 8 - Consider the following statements:
1. Kushana’s gold coins were purer than Gupta’s.
2. For the local exchange, Gupta issued silver coins.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Q 10 - Which one of the following Vedic goddesses was the representative of destruction, death, and decay?
Answer : A
Explanation
Nirrti is mentioned in a few hymns of the Rigveda, customarily to seek protection from her or pleading for her departure.
Q 11 - The term Metempsychosis describes …
C - Belief in single gods, each in turn standing as the highest
D - Doctrine seeking to explain varied phenomena by a single principle
Answer : B
Explanation
The doctrine of metempsychosis describes the transmigration of soul from one body to another (after the death).
Q 12 - Consider the following statements:
1. The birthday celebration of the Sangam dynasty’s king was known as perunal –means the great day.
2. Most of the Sangamdynasties had a royal emblem.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Explanation
The royal emblem of Pandyas was carp; tiger for the Cholas; and bow forth Cheras.
Q 13 - Muktesvara temple is a typical example of …
Answer : A
Q 14 - In reference to Sangam Period Revenue Administration System, Irai refers …
B - Tribute paid by feudatories and also the booty collected in wars
Answer : B
Q 15 - In reference to ancient India, consider the following statements:
1. Purana gives details that Mauryas belong to Vaishya varna.
2. Digha Nikaya discloses the influence of Buddhist ideas on Mauryan polity.
Choose the correct answer from the given codes:
Answer : B
Explanation
Puranas are sacred writings on Hindu mythology mostly in Sanskrit language.
Q 16 - The rock cut temples at Bhairavakonda (North Arcot district) are the example of:
Answer : A
Explanation
Under the Pallava kingdom, the Dravida style of temple architecture can be categorized into four groups (all the four options listed above).
Q 17 - The evidence of dancing girl (bronze) has been found at …
Answer : D
Explanation
A statuette of dancing girl (made up of bronze) has been found at MohenjoDaro site.
Q 19 - The Vaikuntaperumal temples are the example of:
Answer : D
Q 20 - Consider the following statements:
1. Harshavardhana used to celebrate the religious festival at the end of every five years.
2. Harshavardhana used to celebrate the religious festival at the Confluence of the Ganga, the Yamuna, and the Saraswati.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Explanation
It is believed that it was the beginning of Kumbh mela.
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