Indian History MCQs 49 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)

 

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

1. Lothal was a major trading port of the Harappan civilization.
2. The city of Dholavira had a unique water conservation system.
3. The Harappan script has been fully deciphered and linked to Dravidian languages.

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

1. The term ‘Gopati’ was used for kings, meaning ‘protector of cows.’
2. Women participated in religious rituals and were allowed to study the Vedas.
3. Agriculture was the primary occupation of the Rig Vedic people.

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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83. Consider the following statements regarding Jainism:

1. Jainism follows the principle of non-violence (Ahimsa) towards all living beings.
2. The first Jain Tirthankara was Parshvanatha.
3. The sacred texts of Jainism are written in Pali.

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

1. The concept of ‘Dukkha’ (suffering) is one of the Four Noble Truths.
2. The Third Buddhist Council was held under Ashoka’s patronage.
3. The Mahayana sect believes in the divinity of Buddha.

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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85. Consider the following statements about Ashoka’s Dhamma policy:

1. It promoted religious tolerance and non-violence.
2. It was primarily based on Buddhist teachings.
3. Ashoka appointed Dharma Mahamatras to implement his policies.

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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86. With reference to the Gupta period, consider the following statements:

1. The Gupta rulers issued gold coins known as Dinaras.
2. The decimal system was developed during this period.
3. The administration of the Gupta Empire was highly centralized.

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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87. Consider the following statements about Nalanda University:

1. It was founded by Kumaragupta I during the Gupta period.
2. It was an important center for Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain studies.
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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88. Consider the following statements regarding the Indus Valley Civilization:

1. The city of Mohenjo-Daro was located on the banks of the Indus River.
2. The Harappans primarily used copper and bronze tools.
3. The presence of fire altars suggests that the Indus people practiced Vedic rituals.

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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89. With reference to the Later Vedic period, consider the following statements:

1. The political units were called Janapadas.
2. Agriculture became the dominant economic activity.
3. Women had equal rights in property inheritance.

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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90. Consider the following statements regarding Jainism:

1. Mahavira was the last Tirthankara of Jainism.
2. Jainism does not believe in the concept of karma and rebirth.
3. The Svetambara and Digambara sects differ in their practices regarding clothing.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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