Indian History Practice Question and Answer

Q:

In which language were the ‘Early Buddist Texts’ composed?

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    Prakrit
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    Pali
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    Sanskrit
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    Pictographic
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Answer : 2. "Pali"
Explanation :

Early Buddhist Texts were composed in Pali language. At that time, Pali was the language of general people. Later, Buddist Texts were written in Sanskrit also.

Q:

Which scripture contains hymns dedicated to various deities, natural forces, and elements?

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    Upanishads
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    Vedangas
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    Vedas
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    Aranyakas
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Answer : 3. "Vedas"
Explanation :

Explanation: The Vedas are a collection of hymns dedicated to deities, natural forces, and elements.

Q:

When did the Harappan civilization flourish?

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    2500 to 1500 BCE
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    500 BCE to 500 CE
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    1000 to 500 BCE
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    2000 to 1000 BCE
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Answer : 1. "2500 to 1500 BCE"
Explanation :

The Harappan civilization, also known as the Indus Valley civilization, flourished around 3300 to 1300 BCE. It was one of the world's earliest urban civilizations, and its remains have been discovered in the modern-day countries of India and Pakistan, as well as Afghanistan and Iran. The civilization was named after the ancient city of Harappa, one of its major centers.

Q:

Which of the following has not been found in the excavation in Terracotta of Indus Valley sites? 

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    Buffalo
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    Sheep
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    Cow
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    Pig
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Answer : 3. "Cow "
Explanation :

There is no evidences of cow in terracotta in Indus civilization

Q:

In which year was the partition of Bengal carried out by the British Viceroy Lord Curzon?

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    1905
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    1901
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    1907
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    1911
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Answer : 1. "1905"
Explanation :

Bengal Partition

1. In 1905, Lord Curzon divided the Bengal province of India into two parts.

2. West Bengal was Hindu majority, while East Bengal was Muslim majority.

3. The purpose of this partition was to create a Muslim-majority province in India, but instead, it led to communal tension and strengthening of the Indian national movement.

4. Opposition to the Partition of Bengal was widespread across India, and it was eventually annulled in 1911.

Q:

Who organized the fifth Buddhist council?

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    Ashoka
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    Kanishka
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    Harsha
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    Bindusara
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Answer : 3. "Harsha "
Explanation :

The fifth Buddhist Council was held at Kannaj during the Reign of Harsha, while third was during the reign of Ashoka and fourth was held during the reign of Buddha.

Q:

Who was Mahavira?

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    21st Tirthankara
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    24th Tirthankara
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    23rd Tirthankara
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    22nd Tirthankara
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Answer : 2. "24th Tirthankara "
Explanation :

Mahavira was the 24th Tirthankara of Joins and original Founder of Jainism. The 23rd tirthankar of Jains was Pasravnath.

Q:

Which of the following is Parinirvana place of Mahavira? 

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    Pava
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    Sarnath
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    Vaishali
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    Shravanalelagola
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Answer : 1. "Pava "
Explanation :

God Mahavira got ‘Parinvirvan’ in the capital of Mallas Mahajanapadas ‘Pava’ or ‘Parapuri’. Pavapuri is situated in Nalanda district of Bihar. Mahavira swami was 24th tirthankara of Jainism. The first tirthankara was Aadinath and 23rd was Pasarvanath.

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