Ancient Indian History Quiz Multiple Choice Questions (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. Chapter wise questions are available in GKToday’s Academy Android App. Download Now.
31. To perform which among the following functions, Rajukas were appointed by Asoka?
[A] Revenue Functions
[B] Judicial Functions
[C] Religious Functions
[D] Military Functions
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Correct Answer: B [Judicial Functions]
Notes:
The rajukas worked in a judicial capacity as well as being revenue administrators. During asoka’s reign they were given increased judicial powers in the settlement of disputes.
32. Which of the following prehistoric site is an example of Neolithic age?
[A] Didwana
[B] Riwat
[C] Langhnaj
[D] Sanganakallu
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Correct Answer: D [ Sanganakallu ]
Notes:
The last phase of prehistory is termed as Neolithic. Sanganakallu is an ancient village settlement from the Neolithic period located in Karnataka.In the given options Didwana (Rajasthan), Riwat (Pakistani Punjab) are examples of Paleolithic sites while Langhnaj in Gujarat is a mesolithic site.
33. The rock paintings found at Bhimbetka generally belong to which of the following periods?
[A] Paleolithic
[B] Mesolithic
[C] Neolithic
[D] Chalcolithic
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Correct Answer: B [ Mesolithic ]
Notes:
The Rock paintings found at Bhimbetka (near Bhopal) belonging generally to the mesolithic period indicate the artistic taste of the people
34. Which of the following contains the Madhyandina and Kanva recensions?
[A] Shukla Yajur Veda
[B] Krishna Yajur Veda
[C] Black Yajur Veda
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Shukla Yajur Veda]
Notes:
Shukla Yajur Veda also called the White Yajur Veda or the Vajasaneya contains only the Mantras. It contains the Madhyandina and Kanva recensions. Whereas the Krishna Yajur Veda also called the Black Yajur Veda contains both mantras and prose explanations/ commentary.
35. Which of the following Brahmana recommends ‘one hundred sacred paths’?
[A] Satpatha Brahmana
[B] Gopatha Brahmana
[C] Kathaka Brahmana
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Satpatha Brahmana]
Notes:
The most important Brahmana which is the attechted to the Yajur Veda called the Satpatha Brahmana is the most exhaustive. It recommends ‘one hundred sacred paths’. Each of the Vedas has several Brahmanas attached to it.
36. How many Upanishads are there?
[A] 100
[B] 104
[C] 106
[D] 108
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Correct Answer: D [108]
Notes:
The literal meaning of ‘Upanishad’ is ‘to sit near someone’. There are in total 108 Upanishads, of which 13 are the most prominent. The Upanishads dwell into the topics of the ‘Atman’ and ‘Brahman’.
37. Which of the following was the staple diet of the people during the Later Vedic perid?
[A] Lentils
[B] Tila
[C] Godhuma
[D] None of he above
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Correct Answer: 0 []
Notes:
Rice which was called Vrihi and wheat which was called Godhuma became the staple diet of the people during the Later Rig Vedic Age. Lentils were also grown. Often the items of dana and dakshina included cooked rice.
38. First three ashramas Brahmacharya, Garhasthya, Vanaprastha are mentioned in which of the following?
[A] Atharva Veda
[B] Chhandogya Upanishad
[C] Jabala Upanishad
[D] Brahadarankya Upanishad
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Correct Answer: B [Chhandogya Upanishad]
Notes:
The first three ashramas Brahmacharya, Garhasthya, Vanaprastha are mentioned in the Chhandogya Upanishad. The Upanishads contains philosophy about life, universe, self, body, sacrifice, etc.
39. Which of the following doctrine is added by Jainism?
[A] Ahimsa
[B] Satya
[C] Asteya
[D] Brahmacharya
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Correct Answer: D [Brahmacharya]
Notes:
Th fifth doctrine of Jainism- celibacy/chastity (brahmacharya) was added by Mahavira. Brahmacharya meanst total
abstinence from sensual pleasure. It is a form of infatuating force, which sets aside all virtues and reason at the time of
indulgence.
40. Gautama or Siddhartha was born at which of the following places?
[A] Patliputra
[B] Lumbini
[C] Kundagram
[D] Kosala
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Correct Answer: B [Lumbini]
Notes:
Gautama or Siddhartha who is the founder of Buddhism, was born in 563 BC in Lumbini which is situated now in Nepal. He was born in the Sakya Kshatriya clan of Kapilavastu.
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