Ancient Indian History MCQs

Multiple Choice Quiz Questions (MCQs) on Ancient Indian History for General Studies and GK preparation of SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.

11. Who is the author of Devichandraguptam?
[A] Vishakhadatta
[B] Dandin
[C] Bharavi
[D] Kalidas

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12. Which among the following is the most important work of Tamil Literature of Sangam Period (sometimes also referred as Bible of the Tamil land)?
[A] Thirukkural
[B] Purananuru
[C] Malaipatukatam
[D] None of the above

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13. Which among the following Brahman provides details of cultivation process?
[A] Aitarey
[B] Kaushitaki
[C] Satpatha
[D] None of the above

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14. Mehrgarh in the Indus valley civilization is known for which of the following?
[A] Red sandstone
[B] Terracotta Cart
[C] Copper Rhinoceros
[D] None of the above

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15. Which among the following is NOT correct ?
[A] The picture of Yogi is found in many Muhar in Harppa which who has three heads and sits in crossed legs indicating Shiva Worship
[B] The people of Harappa didn’t believe in Witchcraft
[C] The dogs and cats were the favorite domesticated animals of Harppan people
[D] All are correct

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16. What was the relation of the protagonist of Kalidasa’s “Malvikagnimitra” to Pushyamitra Sunga?
[A] His son
[B] His grandson
[C] His father
[D] His brother

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17. The ancient Indian text Panchasiddhantika deals with the 5 principles of which among the following?
[A] Vedic Rituals
[B] Philosophy
[C] Astronomy
[D] Medicine

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18. According to the archaeologists, which among the following sites of Indus Valley Civilization was probably abandoned because of an earthquake?
[A] Rakhigarhi
[B] Dholavira
[C] Kalibangan
[D] Banawali

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19. Who among the following wrote ‘Nyaya Sutra’?
[A] Vyasa
[B] Kapila
[C] Gautama
[D] Charaka

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20. Which one of the following animals was NOT represented on the seals and terracotta art of the Harappan culture? (UPSC Prelims 2001)
[A] Cow
[B] Elephant
[C] Rhinoceros
[D] Tiger

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