Static Quiz 08 August 2024
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Static Quiz 08 August 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to the teachings of Jainism:
1. Right faith is the belief in the teachings and wisdom of Mahavira.
2. Right knowledge is the acceptance of the theory that the world has been created by God.
3. Right conduct refers to the observance of the five great vows.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements best describes the terms of ‘irai’ and ‘tirai’ as mentioned in the Tamil literature?
CorrectAnswer: A
IncorrectAnswer: A
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Amber was a great patron of astronomy. In this context, in which of the following places he built astronomical observatories (Jantar Mantar)?
1. Delhi
2. Jaipur
3. Varanasi
4. Ujjain
5. Mathura
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following pairs:
Mahajanpada: Capital
1. Vatsa : Kausambhi
2. Shurasena : Mathura
3. Asmaka : Shravasti
4. Malla : Kusinara
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?CorrectAnswer: C
The capital of Aśmaka was the city variously named Podana, Potali, and Potana. It was the only
Mahajanapada situated to the south of the Vindhya Range and was in Dakshinapatha. Hence, pair 3 is not
correctly matched.IncorrectAnswer: C
The capital of Aśmaka was the city variously named Podana, Potali, and Potana. It was the only
Mahajanapada situated to the south of the Vindhya Range and was in Dakshinapatha. Hence, pair 3 is not
correctly matched. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the administrative system of the Mauryan Empire, consider the following statements:
1. The administrative system involved the division of the empire into provinces each under the direct governance of a
Pradeshika.
2. Gopa was responsible for looking after the goods that were manufactured in the empire.
3. The decision of the council of ministers of the Mauryan Empire was final in all respects.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
The administrative structure of the Mauryan Empire involved a division of the empire into provinces,
each under the direct governance of a prince (kumara) or a member of the royal family. Hence
statement 1 is not correct.The Arthashastra and even Ashokan edicts mention a Mantri Parishad (council of ministers). It is
mentioned in the Arthashastra that the state cannot function without the assistance of ministers. Yet the
Council had to report its opinion to the king immediately. The primary role of the Council was advisory
in nature. The king’s decision was final in all respects. Hence statement 3 is not correct.The collection of taxes was the responsibility of Sulkahyaksha and the registration of births
and deaths was the work of Gopa. Lohadhyaksha, Sauvarnika (officials who looked after goods that were manufactured in the centers). Hence statement 2 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: D
The administrative structure of the Mauryan Empire involved a division of the empire into provinces,
each under the direct governance of a prince (kumara) or a member of the royal family. Hence
statement 1 is not correct.The Arthashastra and even Ashokan edicts mention a Mantri Parishad (council of ministers). It is
mentioned in the Arthashastra that the state cannot function without the assistance of ministers. Yet the
Council had to report its opinion to the king immediately. The primary role of the Council was advisory
in nature. The king’s decision was final in all respects. Hence statement 3 is not correct.The collection of taxes was the responsibility of Sulkahyaksha and the registration of births
and deaths was the work of Gopa. Lohadhyaksha, Sauvarnika (officials who looked after goods that were manufactured in the centers). Hence statement 2 is not correct.
