With respect to the reign of Ashoka, consider the following statements.
1. Ashoka disbanded the huge army in pursuit of ideological conquest under the Dhamma policy.
2. Rajukas were the officials appointed to enforce Dhamma among the tribal population.
3. Under the influence of Dhamma, hunters and fishermen gave up killing animals and took to settled agricultural life.
1. Ashoka disbanded the huge army in pursuit of ideological conquest under the Dhamma policy.
2. Rajukas were the officials appointed to enforce Dhamma among the tribal population.
3. Under the influence of Dhamma, hunters and fishermen gave up killing animals and took to settled agricultural life.
Select the correct answer from the code given below.
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16%
3 only
37%
1 and 2 only
38%
1 and 3 only
9%
2 only
Consider the following statements regarding the schism in Buddhism.
1. Sthaviravadins followed modified disciplinary rules, whereas Mahasangikas followed strict monastic life and rigid disciplinary laws.
2. Mahayanism developed after the second Buddhist Council was patronized by the Mauryas.
1. Sthaviravadins followed modified disciplinary rules, whereas Mahasangikas followed strict monastic life and rigid disciplinary laws.
2. Mahayanism developed after the second Buddhist Council was patronized by the Mauryas.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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24%
1 only
26%
2 only
39%
Both 1 and 2
11%
Neither 1 nor 2
Concerning the Mahajanapadha period, consider the following statements.
1. The key feature of this period is urbanisation for the first time after Harappan towns.
2. Thousands of Punch Marked Coins have been discovered here.
3. Economic prosperity led to a flourishing of ideas of equality and brotherhood.
4. This period witnessed the rise of the merchant class ‘Vaishyas’.
1. The key feature of this period is urbanisation for the first time after Harappan towns.
2. Thousands of Punch Marked Coins have been discovered here.
3. Economic prosperity led to a flourishing of ideas of equality and brotherhood.
4. This period witnessed the rise of the merchant class ‘Vaishyas’.
Select the correct answer from the code given below.
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9%
1, 2 and 3 only
40%
1, 2 and 4 only
23%
2, 3 and 4 only
27%
1, 2, 3 and 4
With respect to ancient Indian History, consider the following statements.
1. During the mahajanapadhas period, there was a reference to land ownership and tenancy Rights of various kinds.
2. The mahajanapadhas period witnessed increased craft specialization indicating increasing trade and commerce.
1. During the mahajanapadhas period, there was a reference to land ownership and tenancy Rights of various kinds.
2. The mahajanapadhas period witnessed increased craft specialization indicating increasing trade and commerce.
Which among the above statements is/are correct?
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8%
1 only
24%
2 only
65%
Both 1 and 2
3%
Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements regarding external invasions.
1. Kharosthi script was brought into India by Iranian scribes.
2. Punch-marked coins in India continued in India as a result of contact with Iran.
3. The bell-shaped capital of Ashoka was influenced by Iranian models.
4. The union of Indian rulers gave stiff resistance to Iranian invasions in the Northwest.
1. Kharosthi script was brought into India by Iranian scribes.
2. Punch-marked coins in India continued in India as a result of contact with Iran.
3. The bell-shaped capital of Ashoka was influenced by Iranian models.
4. The union of Indian rulers gave stiff resistance to Iranian invasions in the Northwest.
Select the correct answer from the code given below.
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18%
1 and 4 only
31%
2 and 4 only
37%
1 and 3 only
13%
2 and 3 only
Match the following Mahajanapadhas with their capitals.
1. Vatsa A. Champa
2. Anga B. Sravasti
3. Kosala C. Viratanagara.
4. Matsya D. Kaushambi
1. Vatsa A. Champa
2. Anga B. Sravasti
3. Kosala C. Viratanagara.
4. Matsya D. Kaushambi
Select the correct answer from the code given below.
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15%
1-C, 2-D, 3-B, 4-A
52%
1-D, 2-A, 3-B, 4-C
23%
1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-D
10%
1-D, 2-C, 3-A, 4-B
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Consider the following statements regarding Mauryan architecture.
1. Each pillar is made by joining multiple pieces of sandstone.
2. The capitals were devoid of sculptures, giving them a simplistic appearance.
1. Each pillar is made by joining multiple pieces of sandstone.
2. The capitals were devoid of sculptures, giving them a simplistic appearance.
Which among the above statements is/are not correct?
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18%
1 only
22%
2 only
48%
Both 1 and 2
13%
Neither 1 nor 2
With reference to ancient Indian History, the term 'Ganadharas' refers to which of the following.
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25%
Chief preceptors of the Jain order
30%
Disciples of Mahavira
30%
Wandering monks and nuns
15%
Followers eligible to undergo nirvana