Indian History MCQs 48 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)

 

71. Consider the following statements about Nalanda University:

1. It was established during the Gupta period.
2. It was a major center of Buddhist learning, attracting scholars from China and Korea.
3. It was destroyed by Mahmud of Ghazni in the 11th century.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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72. With reference to ancient Indian metallurgy, consider the following statements:

1. The Iron Pillar at Mehrauli was built during the Gupta period.
2. The Harappans were the first to use iron tools in India.
3. The concept of Wootz steel originated in South India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

 

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73. Consider the following statements regarding the Indus Valley Civilization:

1. The site of Rakhigarhi in Haryana is one of the largest Harappan settlements.
2. The Harappans used a standard system of weights and measures.
3. The civilization was primarily rural, with few urban centers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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74. With reference to the Rig Vedic period, consider the following statements:

1. The king was called ‘Rajan’ and ruled with the help of the Sabha and Samiti.
2. The economy was mainly based on agriculture, with cattle being an important form of wealth.
3. Idol worship was common during this period.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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75. Consider the following statements regarding the Mauryan administration:

1. The empire was divided into provinces, each ruled by a Kumara (prince).
2. The official language of the Mauryan administration was Sanskrit.
3. The Arthashastra provides detailed information about Mauryan governance.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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76. Consider the following statements regarding Jainism:

1. Mahavira was the founder of Jainism.
2. Jainism believes in the concept of non-violence (Ahimsa) towards all living beings.
3. The Digambara and Svetambara sects differ mainly on monastic practices and clothing.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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77. With reference to Buddhism, consider the following statements:

1. The Second Buddhist Council was held at Vaishali.
2. The Mahayana sect developed during Ashoka’s reign.
3. The Buddhist doctrine of ‘Anicca’ refers to the impermanence of life.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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78. Consider the following statements regarding the Gupta period:

1. The Guptas encouraged maritime trade with Southeast Asia.
2. The concept of zero was first introduced during the Gupta period.
3. The Gupta Empire had a strong centralized bureaucracy like the Mauryas.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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79. With reference to early temple architecture, consider the following statements:

1. The Nagara style is characterized by a beehive-shaped tower (Shikhara).
2. The Dravidian style temples have large Gopurams (entrance gateways).
3. The Vesara style is exclusive to North India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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80. Consider the following statements regarding the Nalanda University:

1. It was established during the reign of Kumaragupta I.
2. It attracted scholars from China, Korea, and Central Asia.
3. It was destroyed by Mahmud of Ghazni in the 11th century.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3