Static Quiz 11 December 2024 (Ancient History )
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Static Quiz 11 December 2024 (Ancient History) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to the Harappan Civilization, consider the following animals mentioned in seals or sculptures:
1. Elephant
2. Rhinoceros
3. Lion
4. Composite animals
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
CorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (b) 1, 2, and 4 onlyExplanation: Harappan seals prominently depict animals like elephants, rhinoceroses, and composite creatures like the unicorn. However, there is no evidence of lions being depicted in their art.
IncorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (b) 1, 2, and 4 onlyExplanation: Harappan seals prominently depict animals like elephants, rhinoceroses, and composite creatures like the unicorn. However, there is no evidence of lions being depicted in their art.
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to the Chalcolithic cultures in India, consider the following statements:
1. Chalcolithic people buried their dead in urns, often along with grave goods.
2. Painted pottery, often with geometric designs, is a characteristic feature of this period.
3. Evidence of social stratification is absent in Chalcolithic settlements.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (a) 1 and 2 onlyExplanation: Chalcolithic cultures practiced urn burials with grave goods and were known for painted pottery. Evidence of social stratification has been observed at sites like Inamgaon, contradicting statement .
IncorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (a) 1 and 2 onlyExplanation: Chalcolithic cultures practiced urn burials with grave goods and were known for painted pottery. Evidence of social stratification has been observed at sites like Inamgaon, contradicting statement .
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3. Question
Consider the following features of the Later Vedic period:
1. Increase in the prominence of hereditary kingship.
2.Decline in the performance of sacrifices.
3. Expansion of settled agriculture leading to a surplus economy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (c) 1 and 3 onlyExplanation: Hereditary kingship became more prominent, and agriculture expanded significantly during the Later Vedic period. However, the importance of sacrifices increased, with rituals like Rajasuya and Ashvamedha becoming widespread.
IncorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (c) 1 and 3 onlyExplanation: Hereditary kingship became more prominent, and agriculture expanded significantly during the Later Vedic period. However, the importance of sacrifices increased, with rituals like Rajasuya and Ashvamedha becoming widespread.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
The term ‘Grama’ in the Vedic texts refers to:
CorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (D) A tribal unit led by a clan head.Explanation: In the Rig Vedic period, ‘Grama’ referred to a nomadic tribal unit often led by a chieftain. The concept of settled villages became more prominent later in the Later Vedic period.
IncorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (D) A tribal unit led by a clan head.Explanation: In the Rig Vedic period, ‘Grama’ referred to a nomadic tribal unit often led by a chieftain. The concept of settled villages became more prominent later in the Later Vedic period.
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5. Question
In Jain philosophy, which of the following is the correct interpretation of the term Anuvratas?
CorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (b) Small vows for lay followersExplanation: Anuvratas are the five minor vows followed by Jain laypersons, including non-violence, truthfulness, and non-stealing, among others.
IncorrectSolution:
Correct Answer: (b) Small vows for lay followersExplanation: Anuvratas are the five minor vows followed by Jain laypersons, including non-violence, truthfulness, and non-stealing, among others.
