Static Quiz 29 December 2022
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Static Quiz 29 December 2022 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following pairs:
Paleolithic Age Site State
1. Bhimbetka : Madhya Pradesh
2. Hunsgi : Karnataka
3. Daojali Hading : Arunachal Pradesh
4. Chirand : Uttar PradeshWhich of the above pairs are correctly matched?
CorrectAns:- a) 1 and 2
Explanation;-
Statement 3 and 4 is in Assam (Daojali Hading) and Bihar(Chirand) Respectively.IncorrectAns:- a) 1 and 2
Explanation;-
Statement 3 and 4 is in Assam (Daojali Hading) and Bihar(Chirand) Respectively. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Choose the incorrect statement among the following statements:-
CorrectAns;- a) The period when we find environmental changes, beginning about 12,000 years ago till about 10,000 years ago is called the Mesolithic (middle stone). Stone tools found during this period are generally tiny, and are called Megalithics.
Explanation:-
Mesolithic Age was a ancient cultural stage that existed between the Paleolithic Period with its chipped stone tools, and the Neolithic Period with its polished stone tools. It is also called Microlithic age as the tools used were chipped stone tools also known as Microliths.IncorrectAns;- a) The period when we find environmental changes, beginning about 12,000 years ago till about 10,000 years ago is called the Mesolithic (middle stone). Stone tools found during this period are generally tiny, and are called Megalithics.
Explanation:-
Mesolithic Age was a ancient cultural stage that existed between the Paleolithic Period with its chipped stone tools, and the Neolithic Period with its polished stone tools. It is also called Microlithic age as the tools used were chipped stone tools also known as Microliths. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following pairs with respect to Harappan civilization:
Stone/Metals Usage
1. Carnelian(red stone) : beads
2. Chert : weights
3. Copper and Bronze : tools, weapons, ornaments and vessel
4. Gold and Silver : ornaments and vessel
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?CorrectAns:- d) 1,2,3 and 4
IncorrectAns:- d) 1,2,3 and 4
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following Mahajanapadas emerged as the most powerful kingdom?
CorrectAns:- a) Magadha
Explanation:-
• The Magadha, Vatsa, Avanti and Kosala were the most prominent ones. Out of these four, Magadha emerged as the most powerful kingdom.
• The causes of Magadha’s success were as following:
1. Availability of rich iron deposits which were used in making weapons
2. Its location at the rich and fertile Gangetic plain
3. Use of elephants in military warfare against its neighbors
Hence, A is the correct option.IncorrectAns:- a) Magadha
Explanation:-
• The Magadha, Vatsa, Avanti and Kosala were the most prominent ones. Out of these four, Magadha emerged as the most powerful kingdom.
• The causes of Magadha’s success were as following:
1. Availability of rich iron deposits which were used in making weapons
2. Its location at the rich and fertile Gangetic plain
3. Use of elephants in military warfare against its neighbors
Hence, A is the correct option. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following historical places
1. Ajanta Caves
2. Lepakshi Temple
3. Sanchi Stupa
Which of the above places is / are also known for mural paintings?CorrectAns;- b) 1 and 2 only
IncorrectAns;- b) 1 and 2 only
