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1. The father of Prehistoric Archaeology in India is

A. Arun Sonakia

B. Robert Bruce Foote

C. V Gordon Childe

D. Dr. Primrose

Ans. B

Explanation: Robert Bruce was a geologist of the Geological Survey of India established in

1851.He discovered a Paleolithic implement, a hand axe in a gravel pit at Pallavaram in

Chingleput district of Tamilnadu State in 1863.

2. 41 human graves and a triple burial grave is found at

A. Sarai Nahar Rai

B. Damdama

C. Bhimbetka

D. Lekhahiya

Ans. B

Explanation: Damdama is a site in Pratapgarh district Uttar Pradesh. In Dumdum, 41

human graves were found. Out of these Graves 4 are a double burial and one triple burial

grave is also found here. A grave with four human skeletons have been found at Sarai Nahar

Rai.

3. Grains were first ever produced in in

A. Paleolithic period

B. Mesolithic period

C. Neolithic period

D. bronze age

Ans. C

Explanation: Koldihwa and Mehrgarh were the two Neolithic village from where clear

evidence of rice and wheat have been found.

4. The earliest evidence of taming the animals have been found from



A. Adamgarh

B. Baghore

C. Both of above

D. None of above

Ans. C

Explanation: Mesolithic man still depends largely on hunting but now they used to begin

taming or domesticating the animals like Dog, Sheep, Goat, Cow, Buffalo, Wild horse

etc.The earliest evidence of taming the animals have been found from Adamgarh, of Madhya

Pradesh and Bagore of Rajasthan.

5. Course grey pottery was first found at

A. Gufkral

B. Bhimbetka

C. Burzahom

D. Mehrgarh

Ans. C

Explanation:Burzahom is an important site of Neolithic Age which is situated 16

kilometre north west of Srinagar.

6. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer from the code given below:

List I List II

( Harrapan Site) ( Finding)

a. Choponimado 1. 282 Microliths

b. Chakiya 2. Clay pottery

c. Morhana 3. Human skeleton

d. Birbhanpur 4. Rock paintings

Code :

a b c d

A. 3 2 4 1

B. 2 3 4 1



C. 2 4 3 1

D. 1 4 3 2

Ans. B

Explanation: Choponimado is situated in mesa tehsil of allahabad and it is earliest site of the

world from where remains of the use of clay pottery are found Chakia is situated in Varanasi

district and mohanor is situated in Mirzapur district and famous for rock paintings of chariot

and horses. Birbhanpur is situated in in Bardhaman district West Bengal and is a combined

place of factory and housing

7. Assertion (A) : Three chief characteristics of human life of Neolithic Age were crop

cultivation, animal husbandry and fixed abode.

Reason (R) : The beginning of agriculture was the important discovery of this age.

In the context of the above which one of the following is correct

A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B. both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C. A is true but R is false.

D. A is false but R is true.

Ans. B

Explanation: Human life of Neolithic Age has learnt to cultivate crops. Mainly cultivated crops

were Wheat, Barley, Paddy, Millets, various types of vegetables. Along with this, Neolithic

man domesticated animals such as dog, sheep, goat, horse etc. They lived in huts that were

made on the ground by bamboos and smearing of clay.

8.Assertion (A) : the characteristic tools of the megalithic age are microliths

Reason (R) : the mesolithic people use to grow fruits and vegetables using these tools






Ans.



Explanation: A large number of mesolithic sites are found in Rajasthan, Southern Uttar

Pradesh, Central and Eastern India and also south of the river Krishna.

9.Assertion (A) : the life of palaeolithic people was completely natural they were primary

dependent on hunting

Reason (R) : De Var unknown of fire so they eat raw meat






Ans. A

Explanation: palaeolithic people were unknown of farming and animal domestication

10. Which of the following statements are true in context of stone age

1. Prehistoric period does not have any written evidence

2. Bone made mother goddess of paleolithic period was found from lohanda Nala region of

belan Valley

3. Paleolithic people used to grow wheat rice and barley

4. The earliest evidence of man in India is found in Narmada Valley

Code :

A. 1 and 2

B. 1, 2 and 3

C. 3 and 4

D. 1, 2 and 4

Ans. D

Explanation: The earliest evidence of agriculture in Indian subcontinent has been reported

from Lahuradeva, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. Earlier evidence of wheat was

found located in Balochistan, Pakistan and earliest evidence of rice is known to be near the

bank of river Belan district Allahabad.



11. Which of the following information is not true

1. Navdatoli was excavated by HD Sankalia.

2. Navdatoli is situated in in Madhya Pradesh.

3. Navdatoli is most extensive excavated rural Chalcolithic site of Indian subcontinent.

4. Navdatoli is earliest evidence of agriculture in the Indian subcontinent.

Code :

A. 3 and 4

B. Only 1

C. Only 3

D. Only 4

Ans. D

Explanation: Navdatoli has revealed excellent evidence of both round and rectangular

residential structures which are located near Indore. The house floors were made up of clay

and river gravel with the surface coated with lime. The huts weret provided with one or two

mouth chulas as well as storage jars and other earthen vessels.

12. the largest building of Mohenjo Daro from Indus valley civilization is

A. the great bath

B. The Great Granary

C. Terraces

D. Brick platforms

Ans. B

Explanation: the most important public place of Mohenjo Daro is the great bath but the

largest building is a granary which is 45.7 1 metres long and 15.2 3M wide

13. Furrows were discovered in pre Harappan phase at

A. Kalibangan

B. Harrappa

C. Mohanjodaro

D. Banawali



Ans. A

Explanation: No ploughshare has been discovered but the furrows discovered in the

preHarrapan phase at kalibangan show that the fields was ploughed in Rajasthan in the

Harappan period.

14. Barley has been discovered at

A. Banawali

B. Kali bangan

C. Lothal

D. Mohenjo Daro

Ans. A

Explanation: the Indus people produce wheat Barley dry Peas and mustard a good quantity

of Bali has been discovered at banawali

15. Banawali and Rakhigarhi are Harappan sites of

A. Jammu Kashmir

B. Haryana

C. Uttar Pradesh

D. Gujarat

Ans. B

Explanation: Banawali Rakhigarhi and Bhagwanpura are archaeological sites of Harappan

civilizations excavated from Haryana.

16. Husk of paddy was excavated from

A. Taradih

B. Baidipur

C. Chirand

D. Kupgal

Ans. C



Explanation: situated in Saran district Bihar chirand archaeological site husk of paddy

implement remains implements made from Stones in bones rural settlements handmade

pottery etc were discovered

17. The term Indus civilization was first used by

A. RS Bisht

B. JP Joshi

C. John Marshall

D. Wheeler

Ans. C

Explanation: Most appropriate name for Indus civilization is Harappan Civilization as

Harappa is the first discovered site. John Marshall was the first scholar to use the term Indus

civilisation. Indus Civilization belongs to proto historic period or bronze age.

18 Indus Valley site found in Afghanistan is

A. Shatughai

B. Lothal

C. Nawabshah

D. Sahiwal

Ans. A

Explanation: Shatughai and Mundigaq were the Indus sites found in Afghanistan.

19. Name given to to Indus reason in sumerian text is

A. Dilmun

B. Makhan

C. Meluha

D. Susa

Ans. C

Explanation: The Sumerian text refer to trade relations with Meluha which was the name

given to the Indus region. Dilmun is Bahrain and Makan is Makran coast. These two were



referred to as two intermediate stations. Susa and Ur are Mesopotamian places where

Harappan seals were found.

20. Harappan seals were made up of

A. Zasper

B. Quartzite

C. Steatite

D. Agate

Ans. C

Explanation: Quartzite was the main raw material of stone implements in paleolithic age.

Agate and Zasper were main raw material to make stone implements in mesolithic

age.Steatite was a stone used to make seals of Harappan civilization.

21.Match List I with List II and select the correct answer from the code given below:

List I List II

( Harrapan Site) ( Location)

a. Surkotada 1. Rajasthan

b. Rakhigarhi 2. Maharashtra

c. Kalibanga 3. Gujrat

d. Daimabad 4. Haryana

Code :

a b c d

A. 3 4 1 2

B. 3 1 4 2

C. 4 2 3 1

D. 4 2 1 3

Ans. A

Explanation: Surkotada is in Kutch district Gujarat. This is the only Indus site where the

remains of a horse have actually been found. Rakhigarhi is the largest Indian site of Indus

Civilization. Kalibanga ploughed field surface was found. Daimabad is in Maharashtra and

this is the southernmost site of Indus civilization.



22.Assertion (A) : It appears that there was a break between the early Harappan and the

Harappan civilization.

Reason (R) : There was large scale burning at some sites as well as abandonment of certain

settlements.



B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.



Ans. A

Explanation: There were several archaeological cultures in the region prior to the mature

Harappan culture associated with distinctive pottery, evidence of agriculture and some

crafts. These settlements are generally small. It appears that there was a break between the

early Harappan and the Harappan Civilization which was evident from large scale burning at

some sites as well as the amendment of certain settlements.

23.Assertion (A) : Indus Valley people worshipped mother goddess.

Reason (R) : Many temple Like structures were found at various excavation sites.






Ans. C

Explanation: The Indus valley people probably worship mother goddess in addition to male

and female deities wearing numerous ornaments and a fan shaped headress.

24. Characteristic features of major cities of Indus civilization are

1. Systematic town planning according to grid system

2.Use of burnt bricks in construction



3. Fortified Citadel

4. Underground drainage system

Code :

A. Only 1

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 and 4

D. All of above

Ans. D

Explanation: There were fortified citadel in major cities of Indus Valley except Chanhudaro.

There is also a giant water reservoir in Dholavira.

25. What is the correct chronological order in which the following appeared in India

1. Gold coins

2. Punched marked silver coins

3. Iron plough

4. Urban culture

Code:

A. 3, 4,1,2

B. 3,4,2,1

C. 4,3,1,2

D. 4,3,2,1

Ans. D

Explanation: Harappan civilization was a bronze age civilization. The knowledge of iron was

known much later after bronze during Vedic period while the first punch marked coin came

into existence in India in 6 BC and the gold coins were introduced by Indo Greek rulers

during 2 BC.

26. Which inscription proves Central Asian theory as Homeland of Aryans

A. Boghazkai inscription

B. Turkish inscription



C. Both of above

D. None of above

Ans. A

Explanation:Boghazkai inscription found in Asia Minor mentions 4 Vedic Gods Indra, Varun,

Mitra and Nasatyas proves Central Asian theory as Homeland of Aryans.

27. The oldest text on phonetics is

A. Shulva sutras

B. Ashtadhyayi

C. Pratishakhya

D. Manu Smriti

Ans. C

Explanation:Pratishakhya is the oldest text on phonetics ashtadhyayi is the oldest grammar

of the word written by Panini Shiva sutras deals with sacrifices and manusmriti is the oldest

Smriti text

28. Oldest name for river Beas is

A. Vipasa

B. Parushni

C. Vitasta

D. Asakini

Ans. A

Explanation: Asakini is river Chenab, Parushni is river Ravi and Vitasta is river Jhelum.

29. The correct sequence of four parts of each Vedas is

A. Brahman text, Samhita, Aranyakas and Upnishad.

B. Samhita, Brahman text, Aranyakas and Upanishad.

C. Upanishad, Brahman text , Aranyakas and Samhita.

D. Samhita, Upnishad, Aranyakas and Vedic text.

Ans. B



Explanation: Each Vedas has four parts Samita, Brahman text which include sacrifices and

rituals elaborately. Aranyakas means the forest people, they were written mainly for the

hermits and the students living in jungles. Aranyakas are the concluding portions of

Brahmanas.Upanishads are philosophical text, they are generally called vedantha as they

come towards the end of the Vedas. There are 108 upanishads.

30. The founder of Sankhya Darshan was

A. Patanjali

B. Kapila

C. Jaimini

D. Ashtapad Gautam

Ans. B

Explanation: Patanjali was founder of yog Darshan, Jaimini was founder of Mimansa

Darshan and Gautam was founder of Nyaya Darshan.


List I List II

( Veda) ( Subject)

a. Rigved 1.God grace

b. Atharvaveda 2. Sacrifice rituals

c. Samveda 3. Music

d. Yajurveda 4. Medicine

Code :

a b c d

A. 1 4 3 2

B. 1 3 4 2

C. 1 2 3 4

D. 1 4 2 3

Ans. A

Explanation: Atharvaved describes about medicine, Rigved about god grace, Yajurved about

sacrifice rituals and Samved about music.



32.Assertion (A) : the Vedas are essentially compilation of prayers and hymns dedicated to

various gods

Reason (R) : Vedas are infallible






Ans. B

Explanation: Vedas are called Apaurasheya that is not created by man but God gifted and

existing in all eternity.

33.Assertion (A) : Vedas are referred to as Shruti because the rishis heard the Vedas.

Reason (R) : Vedic literature was handed down from generation to generation by word of

mouth so are called Shruti






Ans. D

Explanation: There are four Vedas Rigved, Yajurved, Samved and Atharvaved. Of the four

Vedas, the Rigved which is a collection of lyrics is a oldest text in the world and therefore is

also known as the First Testament of Mankind.

34. Consider the following statements

1. Streedhan refers to the gifts given to a woman at the time of her wedding over which she

only exercised rights according to the Dharma Shastra.

2. Mahabhogakula was the term used in the Pali Tripitaka for affluent families that live in

luxury.



3. The Nagaraka was the sophisticated urban dwellers described in the Kamsutra.

4. Yavan is the term ancient Indian text used for greeks and Romans.

Select the code for correct statements :

A. 1 and 2

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 and 3

D. All of above

Ans. D

Explanation: different terms used to denote different words in vedic literature

35. Brahmanas are amongst the earliest works in prose in Sanskrit and are primarily in the

nature of explanation or discussions on the rituals and mantras contained in the Vedas and

are attached to them

1. Rig Veda Brahaman - Aitareya

2. Yajurved Brahman -. Shatapatha

3. Samaved Brahman - Jaiminiya

4. Atharvaved Brahman - Gopatha

Select the code for correct statements :

A. 1 and 2

B. 2 and 3

C. Only two

D. 1 2 3 and 4

Ans. D

Explanation: The Brahman explain the hymns of the Vedas. They are written in prose and

ritualistic in nature. Brahma means sacrifice.

36. the book Light of Asia on the life of Gautama Buddha was written by

A. Wheeler

B. Edwin Arnold

C. George Turnour



D. Christoph Cellarius

Ans. B

Explanation: Gautam Buddha is known as Light of Asia book called Light of Asia on the life

of Gautama Buddha was written by Edwin Arnold

37. when was Gautam Buddha born

A. 563 BC

B. 561 BC

C. 558 BC

D. 544 BC

Ans. A

Explanation: Gautam Buddh also known as Siddharth was born in 563 b.c. in a Kshatriya

family in Lumbini near Kapilvastu Nepal he died in 483 BC at Kushinagar it is also known as

mahaparinirvan

38. who among the following was the last person to get enlightenment from Gautam Buddh

A. Subhadda

B. Goshal

C. Vasumitra

D. Anand

Ans. A

Explanation: Gautam Buddh in his last years went to his disciple named Chund at Para,

where he got food poisoning after eating pork , given by Chund.He went to Kushinagar

where he gave his last enlightment to Subhadda and finally attain the Mahaparinirvan at

Kushinagar.

39. Buddha preached his first Sermon at

A. Kashi

B. E Lumbini

C. Sarnath

D. Bodhgaya



Ans. C

Explanation: After his enlightenment in both gaya Buddha went to Sarnath where he

delivered his first Sermon which is known in Pali as the Dhamma Chakkha Pavathana or

Dharm Chakra Pravartan.

40. after the death of Buddha first Buddhist council was soon held it was presided over by

A. Mahakashyapa

B. Nagasen

C. Ajatshatru

D. Dharmasen

Ans. A

Explanation: The first Buddhist council was held soon after the Mahaparinirvan of the

Buddha under the patronage of King Ajatshatru with The Monk Mahakashyapa presided at

Rajgriha in the Saptaparni cave. Ananda, one of the great disciples of Buddha recited Sutras

and Upali another disciple recited Vinaya.


List I List II

( Sign) ( Meaning)

a. Birth 1. Bodhi tree

b. First Sermon 2. Dharma Chakra

c. Enlightenment 3. Horse

d. Great departure 4. Lotus

Code :

a b c d

A. 1 2 3 4

B. 4 3 2 1

C. 3 4 1 2

D. 4 2 1 3

Ans. D



Explanation: birth is symbolised by lotus first Sermon by Dharm Chakra enlightment by

Bodhi tree and great departure by horse

42.Assertion (A) : Gautam Buddh recommended an eightfold path called ashtangika marg.

Reason (R) : He recommended this path for the elimination of human misery.






Ans. A

Explanation: Eightfold path recommended by Gautam Buddh comprised of right observation,

right determination, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right exercise, right memory

and right meditation.

43.Assertion (A) : by the 12th century red Buddhism became practically extinct in India

Reason (R) : Buddhism became a victim to the evils of brahmanism against which it had

found in the beginning






Ans. A

Explanation: to meet the Buddhist challenge the brahmins reformed their religion. They

stressed the need for preserving the cattle wealth and assured women and shudras of

admission to heaven. Buddhist, on the other hand change for the worse. Gradually the

Buddhist monk were cut off from the mainstream of people's life. They give up Pali, the

language of the people and took to Sanskrit, the language of intellectual. From the first

century onwards, they practiced Idol Worship on a large scale and receive numerous

offering from devotees. The rich offerings supplemented by generous Royal grants to the

Buddhist monasteries made the life of monks easy.



44. Stories that were used to spread ideas about Buddhism include

1. Manimekalai

2. Panchatantra

3. Jataka

4. Hitopadesha

Choose the code for correct statement

A. 1 and 2

B. Only 2

C. 2 and 4

D. 1 and 3

Ans. D

Explanation: Manimekalai and Jataka stories were used to spread idea about Buddhism.

45. Buddhist monasteries their place and founders are given

1. Nalanda University, Bihar, Kumargupta 1.

2. Vikramshila university, Bihar, Dharmapala.

3. Somapuri University, North Bengal, Dharmpala.

4. Vallabhi university, Gujarat, Bhattarka. Choose the code for correct statement

A. 1 and 3

B. 2 and 4

C. 2 3 and 4

D. 1 2 3 and 4

Ans. B

Explanation: Odantpuri Bihar was founded by Gopala and Jagadal in Bengal was founded

by Rampala. These were the major 6 Buddhist universities.

46. Lord Mahavira was born in

A. 560 BC

B. 540 BC



C. 550 BC

D. 510 BC

Ans. B

Explanation: Mahavira was born in 540 BC in a village Kundgrama near Vaishali in Bihar. He

was a Kshatriya. His father was Siddharth and mother Trishala. Mahaveer was married to

Yashoda and produce a daughter Anonja Priyadarshini, whose husband Jamali became the

first disciple of Mahavira.

47. Mahavira attained Supreme knowledge at

A. Jambhikagrama

B. Kundgrama

C. Pavapuri

D. Biharsharif

Ans. A

Explanation: At the age of 42, under a Sal tree on the bank of river Rijupalika, Mahavira

attained kaivalya which is Supreme knowledge. From now onwards he was called Kavalin

that is perfect learned, Jinendra, one who conquered his senses, Nrigrantha, free from all

bonds, Atyant, blessed one and Mahavira, the brave and his followers were named Jain.

48. the famous pilgrimage of Buddhist as well as of Jains in Uttar Pradesh is at

A. Sarnath

B. Kaushambi

C. Devi Patan

D. Kushinagar

Ans. B

Explanation: The present Kaushambi district carved out of Allahabad is located 23 miles

away from South West of Allahabad. According to Jain texts, Kaushambi was named due to

an excess of Kushamb trees in the town. It is famous pilgrimage sites of Jains and

Buddhists. Mahatma Buddha preached many times in the city and made a number of

disciples here. There were many monasteries found here but the most famous among them

was Ghoshitram monastery which was built by Shresthi Ghoshit.

49. Samadhi Maran is related to which philosophy



A. Buddhist philosophy

B. Jain philosophy

C. Yoga philosophy

D. Lokayat Philosophy

Ans. B

Explanation: Samadhi Maran, Sallekhana, Sanyasna Maran is the last vow prescribed by

Jain ethical code of conduct. The vow of Samadhi Maran is observed by Jain ascetics and

lay votaries at the end of their life by gradually reducing the intake of food and liquid. It is

allowed when normal life is not possible due to old age, incurable disease or when a person

is nearing his end.

50. which of the following is not among 5 types of Jain knowledge

A. Mati Jnana

B. Shruta Jnana

C. Keval Jnana

D. Asteya Jnana

Ans. D

Explanation: There are five type of knowledge as described in doctrines of Jainism. They

are Mati which is perception through activity of sense organs including the mind, Shruta

which is knowledge revealed by scriptures, Avadhi which is clairvoyant perception,

Manahparyaya which is telepathic knowledge and Keval jnana which is temporal knowledge

or omniscience.


List I List II

( Jain Architecture) ( Location)

a. Hathi Gumphas. 1. Mount abu

b. Girnar temple. 2. Bihar

c. Pavapuri temple. 3. Orissa

d. Dilwara temple. 4. Gujrat

Code :



a b c d

A. 4. 2. 3. 1

B. 2. 3. 4. 1

C. 3. 4. 2. 1

D. 4. 3. 2. 1

Ans. C

Explanation: Major Jain architecture include caves like Hathigumpha, Baghagumpha,

Udaygiri, Khandagiri in kharvela, Odisa. Girnar and Palitana temples in Gujarat. Rajagriha

Temple Bihar. Statue of Gomteshwar or Bahubali in Karnataka.

52.Assertion (A) : Sammed Shikhar is known as a place of pilgrimage.

Reason (R) : It is related with 23rd Tirthankar of Jainism, Parshavnath.






Ans. A

Explanation: Parshavnath was the 23rd tirthankara of Jainism. He was born to king

Asvasena and queen Vama of Varanasi in 850 BC. He belonged to the Ikshvaku dynasty.

He pronounced the world to become a monk at the age of 30 and meditated for 84 days

before attaining kevala. he achieved Supreme knowledge at Ssmmed Shikhar that's why this

place is also known as place of pilgrimage for Jains.

53.Assertion (A) : the 14 purvas is the earliest holy book of Jain

Reason (R) : Purva means before








Ans. B

Explanation: The 14 Purvas is the ancient Jain scripture which was preached by all

Tirthankars.Whatever Shri Gautama Swami, the prime student of Lord Mahavir got from him,

combined it into 12 parts called as 10 angas. There was also knowledge from the tradition of

pre Lord Mahaveer which is from Lord Parshwnath's tradition and even before him. Those

were called as Purvas. In our texts, 14 Purvas are mentioned. These 14 Purvas are

described in the 12th Anga of Jinvani which is called 'Drishtivad' Anga.

54. Which of the following statement is / are applicable to Jain doctrine

1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance.

2 Every object even the smallest particle has a soul.

3. Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended.

4.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A. Only 1

B. Only 2

C. 1 and 2

D. 1, 2 and 3

Ans. D

Explanation: Jainism believes that each object even a particle has a soul. They also uphold

the universal law of Karma. According to this law, every action through word or deed

produces an effect which in term served as the cause of another action and so on. The chain

of cause and effect is known as Karma. Based on its Karma a soul undergoes transmigration

and reincarnates in various states of existence like heaven or Hell or as humans or animals.

55. Which of the following holds true for Jainism?

1. Syadvada is a doctrine of Jainism.

2. The correct of Anuvrata was advocated by Jainism.

3. Anekantvad is a core theory and philosophy of Jainism.

4. The basic point of Jainism is loyality. Select the correct answer from the code given below

A. 2 and 4

B. 3 and 4



C. 1, 2 and 4

D. 1, 2 and 3

Ans. D

Explanation: Jainism is also known as religion of nonviolence Ahinsa Anekantvad and

aparigraha are the Cardinal principles of Jainism

56. Which of the following inscription contains the name of Ashoka?

A. Gujarra

B. Maski

C. Udgolam

D. All of above

Ans. D

Explanation: Ashok is is mainly known for his inscriptions more than 40 addicts of Ashok are

acquired the personal name of Ashoka is mentioned in Gujarra Maski Nettur

and Udgolam edits.

57. Which one of the following scripts of Ancient India was written from right to left, was

prevalent from 300 BC to AD 300 and most of Ashoka's edicts in the westernmost area were

executed in it

A. Brahmi

B. Kharosthi

C. Sharada

D. Nandnagri

Ans. B

Explanation: The Rock edicts, pillar edict and cave inscriptions of Ashoka were written in

Prakrit language mostly but varied from region to region; Kharosthi in the west and Brahmi in

the East of India.

58. Which of the following is not true

A. Arthashastra was written by Kautilya.

B. Indica was written by Megasthenes.



C. Mudra Raksha was written by Vishaka Dutta.

D. Dipavamsa was written by Strabo.

Ans. D

Explanation: Dipavamsa and Mahavamsa are Buddhist Chronicles which describe the part

played by Ashoka in spreading Buddhism to Sri Lanka.

59. According to Romila Thapar, what was the cause for the decline of Mauryas

A. Pacific policy of Ashoka

B. Brahmanical reaction

C. Highly centralised administration

D. Pressure on modern economy

Ans. C

Explanation: Brahmanical reaction was cited as a reason by HP Shastri while Pacific policy

of Ashoka by HC Raychaudhuri.

60. Inscription of modern period which deals with the relief measures to be adopted during

the famine is found at

A. Bharuch

B. Sohgaura

C. Supara

D. Tamralipti

Ans. B

Explanation: Sohgaura in Gorakhpur District UP, copper plate inscription and Mahasthana

inscription in Bohra district Bangladesh deal with the relief measures to be adopted during a

famine.


List I List II

( Place) ( Monuments)

a. Kaushambi. 1. Dhamek Stupa



b. Kushinagar. 2. Ghositaram monestry

c. Saranath. 3. Ramabhar stupa

d. Shravasti. 4.Saheth Maheth

Code :

a b c d

A. 2. 1. 3. 4

B. 4. 3. 2. 1

C. 2. 3. 1. 4

D. 4. 2. 1. 3

Ans. C

Explanation: From the perspective of architecture, the Stupa of Sanchi is considered as best

which is located in Madhya Pradesh. Sanchi Stupa was built by Ashoka.

62.Assertion (A) : The Rummindei pillar of Ashoka was put up to mark birth of Buddha.

Reason (R) : Ashoka was great ruler of Maurya dynasty.






Ans. B

Explanation: Ashoka visited Lumbini in 20th year of his coronation. To mark the birth place of

Buddha, the pillar at Rummindei was erected along with some sacred stones structure. He

condoned religious tax of Lumbini as it was the birthplace of Buddha and reduce the rate of

land revenue from 1/6 to 1/8 th.

63.Assertion (A) : Kharvel was the most glorious emperor of Chedi dynasty of Kalinga.

Reason (R) : His Hathigumpha inscription is the major source of information.








Ans. B

Explanation: the engrave of canal in Kalinga by king Mahapadmananda is encrypted in this

inscription. It is also the first inscription which tells about the engrave of canals. It describes

the donation of villages to Jain monks. This inscription also shows that Kharvel defeated the

three states Chola, Chera and Pandyas of the south.

64. The Mahajanapadas and their capitals are given below

1. Kashi - Varanasi

2. Anga - Champa

3. Vajji - Vaishali

4. Vatsa - Kaushambi

Select the code for correct pairs

A. Only 1

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 and 4

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Ans. D

Explanation: Kashi is in district of Varanasi in UP. Anga is in districts of Munger and

Bhagalpur in Bihar. Vajji is in districts of modern day Muzaffarpur and Vaishali in Bihar.

And Vatsa is in districts of Allahabad and Mirzapur in UP.

65. Arrange the following Mughal dynasty in the chronological order

1. Nandas

2. Shunga

3. Mauryas

4. Haryankas

Choose the answer from the following code



A. 2, 1, 4 and 3

B. 4, 1, 3 and 2

C. 3, 2, 1 and 4

D. 1, 3, 4 and 2

Ans. B

Explanation: Among 16 Mahajanapadas, Magadh emerged as an Empire with the rule of

Haryanka dynasty. Bimbisara was the first powerful ruler of this dynasty. The founder of

Nanda Dynasty Mahapadmananda was a Shudra ruler. He assumed the title of "Ekrata and

Ekchhatra.'" Chandragupt Maurya had established the Maurya Empire after defeating the

last Nanda ruler Dhanananda with the help of his preceptor Chanakya. The Shunga dynasty

was founded by Mauryan commander Pushyamitra Shunga after killing the last mauryan

ruler Brihadrath in 184 BC.

66. Author of Mahabhasya, Patanjali performed two Ashwamedh Yagya as a priest during

the reign of

A. Agnimitra

B. Vasumitra

C. Pushyamitra

D. Devbhuti

Ans. C

Explanation: Pushyamitra Sunga was founder of Sunga dynasty who was native Successors

of Mauryas. Agnimitra was Pushyamitra's son and the hero of Kalidas drama

"Malavikagnimitra".

67. Rock cut Vihar and Chaitanya in Northwest Deccan or Maharashtra like Nashik, Kanheri

and Karle were constructed under the reign of

A. Sunga dynasty

B. Satavahana dynasty

C. Canva dynasty

D. Chedi dynasty

Ans. B



Explanation: The most important of the native Successors of the Mauryas in the Deccan and

Central India were the Satavahanas. Simuka was the founder of the Satavahana dynasty.

Their capital was at Paithan, Maharashtra.

68. South of the Deccan Plateau in the Sangam age three kingdoms arose point the odd one

out

A. Chola

B. Pallavas

C. Pandyas

D. Cheras

Ans. A

Explanation: Pallavas, Pandyas and Cheras arose South of the Deccan Plateau in the

Sangam age.

69. Which inscription tells about the various achievements of Rudradaman 1st

A. Junagarh

B. Bhitari

C. Nashik

D. Ranchi

Ans. A

Explanation: The Junagarh inscription written in Sanskrit dated 158 AD credits Rudradaman

1 for supporting the cultural arts and Sanskrit literature and reconstructing the dam built by

the Mauryas. In fact he repaired the embsnkments of the lake Sudarshana, which was

constructed by the Mauryas for checking floods. The Junagarh Rock also contains

inscriptions of Ashoka with 14 edicts of Ashoka; rudradaman 1 and Skandagupta.

70. Land revenue which was the chief source of income during the Maurya period was

collected by which officer

A. Agronomoi

B. Shulkadhyaksha

C. Sitadhyaksha

D. Akradhayaksha



Ans. C

Explanation: Sitadhyaksha who is the head of agricultural land in Mauryan empire and he

also dealt with land revenue levitation. Agronomoi known as district

officers.Shulkadhyaksha used to collect various trade and service tax

and Akradhayaksha controlled mines.


List I List II

( Emperor) ( Titles)

a. Ashoka. 1. Parakramank

b. Samudragupta. 2. Priyadarshin

c. Chandragupta II. 3. Kramaditya

d. Skandagupta. 4. Vikramaditya

Code :

a b c d

A. 1. 2. 3. 4

B. 3. 2. 1. 4

C. 2. 1. 4. 3

D. 4. 3. 2. 1

Ans. C

Explanation: Ashoka is a given the title of Priyadarshin. Samudragupta the title of

Parakramank. Chandragupta 2 title of Vikramaditya and Skandagupta title of Kramaditya.

72.Assertion (A) : The main feature of agrarian structure in the pre Gupta period was the

development of feudalism.

Reason (R) : Landowner middle class and dependent peasent class came into existence in

this period.








Ans. A

Explanation: An Agrarian Society or Agricultural society is any community whose economy is

based on producing and maintaining crops and farmland.

73.Assertion (A) : Textile industry was a primary industry of Gupta period.

Reason (R) : Textile manufacture centres were located in Gujarat, Bengal, Deccan and

Tamilnadu during the Gupta period.






Ans. A

Explanation: Gujarat, Bengal, Deccan and Tamilnadu were famous for the textile

manufacturing industry during the Gupta period.

74. The Gupta dynasty rulers and their inscriptions are given

1. Samudragupt - Nalanda Copper Plate

2. Chandragupta II - Mehrauli Iron Pillar

3. Skandagupta - Bhitari Pillar

4. Buddhgupta - Indore Stone Pillar

Select the option which is not correctly grouped.

A. 1 and 2

B. Only 1

C. Only 3

D. e only 4

Ans. D

Explanation: Paharpur copper plate inscription depicts about Buddhgupta while Indore stone

pillar is about Skandagupta.



75. The Kingdom - capital and ruler of Sangam period are given below.

1. The Chera - Vanjii - Udiyangeral

2. The Chola - Uraiaur - Elara

3. The Pandya - Madurai - Mudukudumi

Which of the given pairs are correctly grouped?

A. Only 1

B. Only 2

C. Only 3

D. 1, 2 and 3

Ans. D

Explanation: The Sangam period was from 1st to 3rd Century AD and it has three early

Kingdoms of Chera, Chola and Pandya.

76. The correct sequence of rulers of Vardhana dynasty is

A. Pushyabhuti, Prabhakaravardhana, Rajyavardhana, Harshavardhana

B. Prabhakaravardhana, Pushyabhuti, Rajyavardhana, Harshvardhana.

C. Harshavardhana, Prabhakaravardhana,

Pushyabhuti, Rajyavardhana.

D. Rajyavardhana, Harshvardhana,

Prabhakaravardhana, Pushyabhuti.

Ans. A

Explanation: The Vardhana dynasty was founded at Thaneshwar in Haryana by Pushyabhuti

towards the beginning of the 6th century. The first important ruler of the dynasty

was Prabhakaravardhana. He was succeeded by his eldest son Rajyavardhana. After

Rajyavardhana's death his younger brother Harshvardhana took over the throne in 606 AD

and from this year started the Harsha era.

77. in whose reign period the Chinese Traveller Hiuen Tsang visited India

A. Chandragupta 2

B. Harshvardhan



C. Chandragupt Maurya

D. Chandragupta 1

Ans. B

Explanation: Hiuen Tsang stayed in India for almost 15 years and visited almost every

province of the country. HiuenTsang mentions two most celebrated events of Harsha reign,

at Kannauj and at Prayag.

The Kannauj Assembly was held in the honour of Hiuen Tsang and to popularize

Mahamaya Sect of Buddhism. The Prayaga Assembly was held to celebrate religious

festivals at the end of every 5 years at the Confluence of the Ganga, the Yamuna and the

Saraswati. It is said that this was the beginning of Kumbh fair.

78. Who has written the Harshacharita

A. Aryabhatt

B. Banabhatta

C. Vishnu Gupta

D. Parimal Gupta

Ans. B

Explanation: Banabhatta composed Harshacharita. This is major source of Vardhana

dynasty.

79. Sapt Pagodas or Ratha Temples were constructed by

A. Mahendravarmana 1

B. Narsimhavarmana 1

C. Narsimhavarmana 2

D. None of above

Ans. B

Explanation: Narsimhavarmana constructed Mandapa temple and Ratha Temple at

Mahabalipuram.

80. "Nagananda", "Ratnavali" and "Priyadarshika" was written by

A. Vishakha Datta



B. Banabhatta

C. Naga Bhatta

D. Harshvardhana

Ans. D

Explanation: Harshavardhana was a great lover of education and learning. There are three

plays the Ratnavali, Priyadarshika and Nagananda which are said to have composed by

Harshvardhana.

81. Tripartite struggle was between

A. Palas, Pratiharas and Rashtrakutas

B. Palas, Pratiharas and Chandela

C. Pratiharas, Chandela and Gadhawal

D. Gohilota, Rashtrakutas and Parmar

Ans. A

Explanation: Towards the close of the 8th century AD, there were three great powers in

India, the Pratiharas in the east, the Gurjara Pratihara in the north and the Rashtrakutas in

the Deccan. The tripartite struggle for the Supremacy among the Palas, Pratiharas and the

Rashtrakutas was the important event of the century. The main cause for this struggle was

the desire to possess the city of Kannauj which was then a symbol of sovereignty.

82. Who founded the Vikramshila University?

A. Gopala

B. Devpala

C. Dharmapala

D. Ramapala

Ans. C

Explanation: Gopala founded the Pala Empire in 758AD. His son Dharmapala succeed him.

Dharmapala revived Nalanda University and founded the Vikramshila University. The Pala

dynasty was succeeded by Sena dynasty of Bengal.

83. According to Hammir Epic reports Chauhans were

A. Chandravanshi



B. Yaduvanshi

C. Suryavanshi

D. None of above

Ans. C

Explanation: According to Hammir Epic reports, Chauhans were scion of ancestors

Chahman, the son of sun.

84. Alhakhand was written by

A. Chandrabardai

B. Parmar Dev

C. Aalha Udal

D. Jagnik

Ans. D

Explanation: Description of Chandel King Parmar Dev and Prithviraj Chauhan's terrific

struggle is provided in Prithviraj Raso and Parmal Raso by Chandrabardai and Alhakhand

by Jagnik.

85. Who among the following was born in a military camp in the course of his father's

campaign?

A. Amoghavarsha Rashtrakuta

B. Bhoj Parmara

C. Dharampala

D. Nagbhatta 2 Pratihara

Ans. A

Explanation: Rashtrakuta King Amoghavarsha 1 was born in 800AD in Shribhavan near

Narmada river in a military camp during the time when his father Govind 2 was returning

after successful campaigns of North India.


List I List II

( Famous place) ( Region)



a. Khajuraho. 1. Rayalaseema

b. Bodhgaya. 2. Ahmednagar

c.Shirdi. 3. Bundelkhand

d. Tirupati 4. Gaya district

Code :

a b c d

A. 2. 4. 3. 1

B. 3. 2 4 1

C. 2 4. 3 1

D. 2 4. 1 3

Ans. B

Explanation: These are different places of worship in North India constructed during early

mediaeval period.

87.Assertion (A) : Despite being the great rulers, Rajput rulers declined after ruling for almost

500 years.

Reason (R) : They lack unity and foresightedness and have defective military organisation.






Ans. A

Explanation: Lack of unity and foresightedness, caste system and defective military

organisation were some of the causes for the downfall of the Rajputa rulers.

88.Assertion (A) : Mihir Bhoj, Gurjar Pratihara ruler attained the title of Aadivarah.

Reason (R) : He was a follower of Shiva.








Ans. C

Explanation: Mihir Bhoja was the most powerful ruler among the Gurjara Pratiharas. He was

the follower of Vaishnavism. He attained the titles of Aadivarah and Prabhas.

89. Who among the following were famous jurists of mediaeval India?

1. Vigyanesvara

2. Hemadri

3. Rajashekhara

4. Jimutavahana

Code :

A. 1, 2 and 3

B. 2, 3 and 4

C. 1, 2 and 4

D. 1 and 3

Ans. C

Explanation:Vigyanesvara wrote "Mitakshara" and Jimutavahana wrote "Dayabhaga".

Rajasekhara was courtier scholar of Gurjar Pratihara King Mahendrapala 1 and his son

Mahipala.

90. Which among the following are correctly matched?

1. Lingaraja Temple - Odisha

2. Jagannath Temple - Konark

3. Sun Temple - Puri

4. Dilwara Temple - Mount Abu

Find the correct code

A. 1 and 2

B. 2 and 3



C. 1 and 3

D. 1 and 4

Ans. D

Explanation: Rajput Kings built many temples such as Khajuraho in MP, Lingaraja Temple in

Bhubaneswar Odisha, Sun temple at Konark Odisha, Jagannath temple at Puri and Dilwara

Temple at Mount Abu.


List I List II

( Kingdom) ( Capital)

a. Chaulakyas. 1. Kalyani

b. Kakatiyas 2. Dwarasamudra

c. Yadavas. 3. Warangal

d. Hoyasalas. 4. Devagiri

Code :

a b c d

A. 1. 3. 2. 4

B. 1. 3. 4. 2

C. 1. 4. 3. 2

D. 1. 2. 3. 4

Ans. B

Explanation: Kalyani in Karnataka was capital of chalukyas Warangal in Andhra Pradesh

was capital of kakatiyas Devagiri in Maharashtra was capital of yadavas and Dwar Samudra

in Karnataka was capital of hoysalas

92.Assertion (A) : Kambana, Kuttana and Pugalendi are considered as three gems of Tamil

poetry.

Reason (R) : Kambana wrote Ramavataram.








Ans. B

Explanation: Ramayan written by Kambana is known as Kambana Ramayan.

93.Assertion (A) : Rajendra 1 assumed the title of Ganga Konda Chola and build a city

called Gangai Konda cholapuram

Reason (R) : Rajendra 1conquered Orissa, Bengal, Burma and Andaman and Nicobar

Island.






Ans. A

Explanation: the founder of the Chola dynasty was Vijayalaya. The greatest Chola rulers

were Raja Raja and his son Rajendra 1.

94. Arrange the names of following rulers in correct chronological order and select the

answer from the codes given below

1. Nagabhatta 2

2. Mahipala

3. Mahendrapala

4. Vatsaraja

Code

A. 2314

B. 4132

C. 1234

D. 3142



Ans. B

Explanation: Vatsaraja 775 to 800AD, Nagabhatta 2: 800 to 835 AD.Mahendrapala 885 to

910 AD and Mahipala 912 to 944 AD.

95. Who among the following granted financial aid for the Restoration of a demolished

mosque in Khambhat

A. Chamunda

B. Jayasimha Siddharaja

C. Kumarapala

D. Mahipala Deva

Ans. B

Explanation: Chalukya King Jayasimha Siddhraj was a tolerant religious King. Muslim author

wrote that he granted financial aid of 100000 balom for the Restoration of a demolished

mosque in Khambhat.


List I List II

( Ruler) ( Time period)

a. Qutubuddin Aibak. 1. 1246-1266

b. Nasiruddin Mahamud 2. 1242-1246

c. Masud Shah. 3. 1206-1210

d. Ruknuddin. 4. 1236

Code :

a b c d

A. 1. 3. 2. 4

B. 3. 1. 2. 4

C. 3. 4. 2. 1

D. 2. 1. 4. 3

Ans. B



Explanation: These all belongs to Slave Dynasty which ruled from 1206 to 1298 AD. It was

founded by Qutubuddin Aibak in 1206 AD.

97.Assertion (A) : Mohammed Ghori invaded India and laid the foundation of the Muslim

Dominion in India.

Reason (R) : Mohammed Ghori is considered the founder of Muslim rule in India.






Ans. B

Explanation: Mohammed Ghori was a Turkish invader who carried out second Turk invasion

in India. First Turk invasion was by Mahmud Gajnavi.

98.Assertion (A) : Second battle of Tarain laid the foundation of Muslim domination in India.

Reason (R) : The Muslim Invaders were better organised and took advantage of the lack of

mutual cooperation among the Rajputs.






Ans. A

Explanation: The second Battle of Tarain was fought between Muhammad Ghori and Rajput

Army of Prithviraj Chauhan. The battle took place in 1192 near Tarain. In this battle Prithviraj

Chauhan was defeated by Mohammad Gauri. After this battle, the Muslim power was

strongly enrooted in Northern India which may be regarded as a turning point in Indian

history.

99. Mongols of Central Asia were a menace that threatened the Delhi sultanate time and

again. Arrange the following events chronologically.



1. Jalaluddin Mangbani's return

2. Halagu's envoy to India

3. Mongols domestic troubles in Transoxiana

4. Chengiz Khan death

Choose the code for correct statements

A. 1, 2, 4, 3

B. 1, 4, 2, 3

C. 4, 2, 3, 1

D. 3, 4, 1, 2

Ans. B

Explanation: Shamsuddin Iltutmish of Slave dynasty was considered as the real founder of

the Delhi sultanate. He saved Delhi sultanate from the wrath of Chengiz Khan, the Mongol

leader by refusing shelter to Khwarizm Shah whom Chengiz was chasing.

100. The works of the following Travellers refer to a dynasty or kingdom in India.

1. Amir Khusro date of Alauddin Khilji.

2. Nicolo Conti that of Vijayanagar.

3. Ibn Battuta that of Muhammad Bin Tughlaq

4. Al biruni about the slave dynasty.

Select the code for correct statements.

A. Only 1 and 2

B. Only 1, 3 and 4

C. Only 2, 3 and 4

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Ans. D

Explanation: Amir Khusro was Court poet of Alauddin Khilji. Al biruni is known as the father

of Indian historical writing. He accompanied Muhammad of Ghazni to India and stay there for

many years. Al biruni was the first Muslim who studied Purana. Ibn Battuta write a

travelogue with stories.



101. In which battle did Maharana Sanga defeat Ibrahim Lodhi?

A. Battle of Khatoli

B. Battle of Sarangpur

C. Battle of Siwana

D. Battle of Khanua

Ans. A

Explanation: The battle of Khatoli was fought between Maharana Sanga and Ibrahim Lodhi

in 1518. Ibrahim Lodi was defeated badly by Maharana Sanga.

102. Which Sultan of Delhi established a translation department to help both communities to

understand each others ideas better?

A. Alauddin Khilji

B. Firoz Tughlaq

C. Iltutmish

D. Sikander Lodi

Ans. B

Explanation: The Sultan of Delhi, Firoz Tughlaq established a translation department for the

purpose so that the people of both communities Hindus and Muslims could better

understand the ideas of each other. He translated some Sanskrit text into the Persian

language.

103. Practice of Sijada and Pabos was started by

A. Iltutmish

B. Balban

C. Alauddin Khilji

D. Qutubuddin Aibak

Ans. B

Explanation: Balban started many traditions of the Iranian emperors in his court. He started

the rituals of Sijada which is salute the Sultan lying on the ground and Pabos which is

kissing the feet of Sultan. In his court, Balban started the practice of celebrating the Persian

festival Navroz with great joy every year. He also established a military department Diwan-e-

Arz, to combat Mongols.



104. Who was author of 'Taj-ul-Massir'?

A. Hasan-un-Nizami

B. Minhaj-us-Siraj

C. Fakhruddin

D. Shah Tukran

Ans. A

Explanation:Hasan-un-Nizami and Fakhruddin were two renowned writer in the court of

qutubuddin Aibak

105. The department of 'Diwan-i-Amir-i-Kohi' dealt with which of the following during

Sultanate Period

A. Army

B. Revenue

C. Agriculture

D. Entertainment

Ans. C

Explanation: Mohammed Bin Tuglak had established a new department Diwan-i-Amir-i- Kohi

for the development of agriculture. A land of 60 square miles was selected for that purpose.

The agricultural reforms had taken place on land, and various crops were cultivated with

alteration according to crop rotation.


List I List II

( Monuments) ( Location)

a. Moth ki Masjid. 1. Fatehpur Sikri

b. Adhai Din Ka jhopada. 2. Mehrauli

c. Quwwat ul Islam. 3. New delhi

d. Buland Darwaza. 4. Ajmer

Code :



a b c d

A. 2. 4. 3. 1

B. 4. 3. 2. 1

C. 3. 4. 2. 1

D. 2. 3. 4. 1

Ans. C

Explanation: The art and architecture under Delhi Sultanate has new features bought by the

Turkish conquerors. They were the Dome, the lofty towers, the true arch unsupported by

beam and the vault.

107.Assertion (A) : The scheme of the token currency of Muhammad Tughlaq proved

unsuccessful.

Reason (R) : Mohammad Tughlaq did not have the proper control over currency issue.






Ans. A

Explanation: According to Barani, the five main schemes of Muhammad Tughlaq were

increase in Doab tax, Devgiri as capital, issuing token currency, attack on Khurasan and

failed Qarachil expedition. The main reason behind the failure of token currency was that the

state had no control over the minting of coins. The value of the token currency was

equivalent to the Silver value currency. As a result many fraud means were formed. the

Lagan began to be paid by foeged coins.

108.Assertion (A) : Alauddin Khilji introduced price control in Delhi.

Reason (R) : He wanted to pay lower wages to the artisans building his palaces in Delhi.








Ans. C

Explanation: The system of market control or price control was introduced by Alauddin Khilji

during Sultanate Period. Alauddin had a large army in the centre and give them wages in

cash. He was the first Sultan of Delhi to do so. The expenditure of the army was very high,

thus to reduce the expenditure of Army he reduced the wages of the soldiers. He had fixed

the price of the commodities and reduced their rates so that his soldiers could live

comfortably.

109. Arrange the following in their chronological order :

1. Rukn-ud-din

2. Mubarak Khan

3. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

4. Alam Shah

Select the correct answer from the code given below.

A. 2143

B. 1243

C. 1234

D. 2134

Ans. C

Explanation: Rukn-ud-din - 1236 AD ; Mubarak Khan - 1316-1320 AD ; Firoz Shah Tughlaq -

1351-1388 AD ; Alam Shah - 1445-1451 AD.

110. In which order did the following dynasty ruled Delhi?

1. Khilji

2. Lodhi

3. Sayyid

4. Slave

Select the correct answer from the code given below

A. 1, 2, 4, 3

B. 1, 2, 3, 4



C. 2, 3, 4, 1

D. 4, 1, 3, 2

Ans. D

Explanation: The Slave dynasty or Mamluk rulers ruled during 1206 to 1290 AD. Khalji

dynasty ruled during 1290 to 1320 AD. Sayyid dynasty during 1414 to 1450 AD and Lodhi

Dynasty during 1451 to 1526 AD.

111. Battle of Golconda was found between Krishnadevaraya, king of Vijayanagara and

A. Qutubuddin Aibak

B. Ismail Aadil Khan

C. Quli Qutub Shah

D. Aaram Shah

Ans. C

Explanation: The battle of Golconda was found between the king of Vijayanagara Krishna

Deva Raya and Sultan of Golkonda Quli Qutub Shah. Sultan Quli Qutub Shah founded the

Qutub Shahi dynasty in Golconda. Quli Qutub Shah campaign against Krishna Deva Raya

but finally he was defeated by him.

112. The battle of Talikota was fought between

A. Akbar and Sultan of Malwa

B. Vijayanagar and Bahmani kingdom

C. Vijayanagar and combined forces of Bijapur, Ahmednagar and Golconda

D. Sher Shah and Humayun

Ans. C

Explanation: The battle of Talikota was found between Vijayanagar Empire and the Deccan

sultanates, resulted in a defeat of Vijayanagar and ended in weakening one of the greatest

Indian Empires originating from southern India before the Maratha empire. Talikota is

situated in North Karnataka near Bijapur City.

113. Which city was founded by Krishna Dev Rai?

A. Warangal

B. Nagalapura



C. Udayagiri

D. Chandragiri

Ans. B

Explanation: Sri Krishnadevaraya was a great builder. The Hazara Rama temple, the Vitthal

Swami temple, at the capital city is attributed to him. He built a new city called Nagalapuram

to honour his mother.

114. Ruins of which of the following represent the old capital of Vijayanagara?

A. Hampi

B. Golconda

C. Bijapur

D. Ahmednagar

Ans. A

Explanation: The ruins of Hampi represent the ancient capital of Vijayanagara empire. the

Virupaksha Temple located in Hampi was built during Vijayanagara period. Hampi is a

UNESCO World Heritage site.

115. The famous temple having 56 carved pillars emitting musical notes is

A. Virupaksha Temple

B. Vijaya Vitthal Temple

C. Hazara Temple

D. None of these

Ans. B

Explanation: The Vitthal temple was built by the king of Tuluva dynasty, Krishnadevaraya.

One of the notable feature of the Vitthal Temple are its musical pillars. The temple is situated

in Hampi.


List I List II

( Dynasty ) ( Capital)

a. Sangam . 1.Chandragiri



b. Saluva . 2.Venugonda

c. Tuluva . 3.Anegondi

d. Aravidu. 4.Vijaynagar

Code :

a b c d

A. 2. 4. 3. 1

B. 4. 3. 2. 1

C. 3. 4. 2. 1

D. 2. 3. 4. 1

Ans. C

Explanation: Four dynasties of Vijayanagar Empire were Sangam dynasty (1336-1485),

Saluva dynasty (1485-1505), Tuluva dynasty (1505-1570), and Aravidu dynasty (1570-

1650).

117.Assertion (A) : Kumar Kampan Adyar conquered Madurai and merged it to Vijaynagar

empire.

Reason (R) : Kumar Kampan wife Gangdevi has made a living description of her husband's

victory in her book "Madura Vijayam".






Ans. A

Explanation: Harihar- 1 sent two forces in 1352-53 AD to conquer Madurai. One led by

Kumar Saval and other led by Kumar Kampan. Kumar Kampan was the son of Hukka Rai-1.

118.Assertion (A) : During the reign of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagara, the tax rate

on land was fixed depending on the quality of the land.

Reason (R) : Private owners of workshops paid an industries tax.








Ans. B

Explanation: During Krishna Deva Raya, land revenue was the main source of income. The

land was divided into four categories for purposes of assessment namely, wetland, drylands,

orchards and woods. The tax rate varied depending upon the quality of land, crop, soil,

method of irrigation etc.

119. Who among these was famous for Telugu translation

1. Kamban

2. Kuttan

3. Nannaya

4. Tikkan

Choose the answer from the code.

A. 1 and 2

B. 2 and 3

C. 3 and 4

D. 1 and 4

Ans. C

Explanation: Nannaya Tikkan and Yerrapragnada also known as the Kavi Trayam means the

Trinity of poets or the three great poets. This Trinity translated the Mahabharata from

Sanskrit into Telugu during the period of 11th to 14th century.

120. Consider the following statements

1. Narsimha Saluva ended the Sangama dynasty and seized the throne for himself and

started the Saluva dynasty.

2. Vira Narasimha deposed the last Saluva ruler and seized the Throne for himself.

3. Vira Narasimha was succeeded by his younger brother Krishnadeva Raya.

4. Krishnadeva Raya was succeeded by his half brother Achyuta Raya.



Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1, 2 and 3

B. 2, 3 and 4

C. 1 and 4

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Ans. D

Explanation: Saluva dynasty was established by Narasimha Saluva, by dethroning

Virupaksha, the last ruler of Sangama dynasty. Immadi Narsimha, the last ruler of

Saluva Dynasty and son of Narasimha Saluva was dethroned by Vira Narasimha.

Vira Narasimha established the Tuluva Dynasty. After Vira Narasimha, his younger brother

Krishna Devaraya ascended to the thorn followed by Achyuta Raya.

121. Dvait philosophy was founded

A. Ramanujacharya

B. Nimbarkacharya

C. Madhwacharya

D. Vishnu Swami

Ans. C

Explanation: The founder of the 'Dvaitwaad' was Madhvacharya. Nimbarkacharya was the

founder of the 'Dvait- Dvaitwaad' And Ramanujacharya was founder of 'Vishisht Dvaitwaad'.

122. Who among the following is not a Bhakti Saint?

A. Surdas

B. Tulsidas

C. Ramdas

D. Rahim

Ans. D

Explanation: Surdas was a blind poet of Agra. He sang the glory of Krishna in his Sursagar.

Tulsidas was the greatest Saint poet of the Ram bhakti cult of Vaishnavism. He was author

of Ramcharitmanas, Kavitavali and Gitavali. Ramdas was the last great Saint poet from

Maharashtra, he wrote Dashabodha. Rahim was the poet of Hindi literature during the

medieval devotional period.



123. Who among the following was given the title of 'Sheikh ul Hind'?

A. Baba Fariduddin

B. Khwaja Qutubuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki

C. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti

D. Sheikh Salim Chisti

Ans. d

Explanation:Sheikh Salim Chisti was Saint of Sufi sect. He lived in Arab for a long period and

was awarded by the title of 'Sheikh ul Hind'. After returning from Arab, he started living in

Sikri situated at 12 miles away from Agra which was later developed as Fatehpur Sikri by

Akbar. It is believed that Jahangir was born by the blessings of Sheikh Salim Chisti.

124. The most orthodox Sufi order was

A. Chishti

B. Suhrawardi

C. Naqshbandi

D. Qadiri

Ans. C

Explanation: Sufi Naqshbandi order was founded by Bahauddin Naqshbandi Bukhari in 14th

century. This order was made popular in India by Babur. Rigid adherence to shariyat and

nurturing love for Prophet was the essence of this order.

125. Which Sufi saint was called 'Mehboob e Ilahi'?

A. Sheikh Muinuddin Chishti

B. Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya

C. Qutubuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki

D. Sheikh Salim Chisti

Ans. B

Explanation: Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya saw the regime of seven sultans but he never visited

their court. He was also known as 'Mehboob e Ilahi'.




List I List II

( Saint) ( Birth Place)

a. Guru Nanak. 1. Pandharpur

b. Mahaprabhu Chaitanya 2. Merta

c. Mirabai. 3. Nadia

d. Namdev. 4. Talwandi

Code :

a b c d

A. 2. 4. 3. 1

B. 4. 3. 2. 1

C. 3. 4. 2. 1

D. 2. 3. 4. 1

Ans. B

Explanation: Guru Nanak was the founder of Sikh religion during the reign of Sikandar Lodhi

1489 to 1539 AD. Namdev had an important role in popularizing the Bhakti movement in

Maharashtra. The famous Saint Mahaprabhu Chaitanya was a follower of Lord Krishna and

was a famous bhakti Saint. Mirabai was also a follower of Lord Krishna.

127.Assertion (A) : The sponsor and the most prominent figure of the Chishti order of sufis in

India is Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti.

Reason (R) : The Chisti order takes its name from a village Chishti in Ajmer.






Ans. C

Explanation: The Chishti Silsila was founded by Khwaja Abu Ishaq Shami of Syria but it was

introduced by Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti in India who came along with Sihabuddin Ghori

army in 1192 AD. Khwaja Abu Ishaq Sami migrated from Asia Minor to the place name



Chishti in Khurasan, hence was called Chishti. He was 9th generation descendant of Hazrat

Ali.

128.Assertion (A) : Many Sanskrit works on music were translated into Persian during the

mediaeval period.

Reason (R) : The early Chishti sufis were found of musical assemblies called Sama.






Ans. B

Explanation: In mediaeval period many Sanskrit books on music were translated into Persian

due to interest of rulers. Firoz Tughlaq and Sikandar Lodi got books of various areas written

specially in Sanskrit translated into Persian. Later Mughal Emperors also translated various

books of Sanskrit in the Persian. Sama was the music assembly. Chishtis were the

supporter of Music and considered music a medium to reach God.

129. Who of the following Saints were Sufi

1. Rahim

2. Nizamuddin Auliya

3. Muinuddin Chishti

4. Raskhan

Choose your answer from the code given below.

A. 1 and 3

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 and 4

D. 2 and 4

Ans. B

Explanation: Khwaja Nizamuddin and Muinuddin Chishti were the saints of Chishti Silsila.

Chishti Silsila first preached in India by Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti. He made Ajmer the

centre of his activities. Nizamuddin Auliya adopted the method of yoga and was called



'Yogasiddha'. Rahim and Raskhan were the poets of Hindi literature during the medieval

devotional period. 'Premvatika, is the famous book of Raskhan.

130. Consider the following statements about Bhakti and Sufi movement.

1. The bhakti and Sufi saints gradually brought about a better understanding of the

fundamental tenets of Hinduism and Islam underlying the fact that they had a great deal of

similarity.

2. The bhakti and Sufi saints also brought about important changes in the approach to

religion laying greater emphasis on observing rituals.

3. They also contributed to the growth of regional languages and literature.

Which of the statements given above is/ are not correct ?

A. Both 1 and 2

B. Only 1

C. Only 2

D. Both 2 and 3

Ans. C

Explanation: The Bhakti movement was based on the Doctrine that the relationship between

God and man is through love and worship rather than through performing any ritual or

religious ceremonies.

131. Moti Masjid it was constituted by whom

A. Akbar

B. Aurangzeb

C. Iltutmish

D. Adil Shah

Ans. B

Explanation: Qutub Minar was built by Iltutmish, Golgumbad by Adil Shah and Buland

Darwaza by Akbar. Moti Masjid at Agra was built by Shah Jahan and Moti Masjid at Delhi

was built by Aurangzeb.

132. Bibi Ka Maqbara was situated at

A. Sasaram



B. Burhanpur

C. Fatehpur Sikri

D. Aurangabad

Ans. D

Explanation: Bibi Ka Maqbara is a tomb located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. It was built by

Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in 1660 in the memory of his first and Chief wife Dilras Banu

Begum. Bibi Ka Maqbara is the largest architecture built by Aurangzeb.

133. The Battle of Dharmat was fought between

A. Mohammed Ghori and Jaichand

B. Babar and Afghan

C. Aurangzeb and Dara shikoh

D. Ahmad Shah Durrani and the Marathas

Ans. C

Explanation: Battle of Dharmat was fought between Aurangzeb and Dara shikoh for Shah

Jahan throne. Dara shikoh was supported by Raja Jaswant Singh and Aurangzeb was

supported by Prince Murad. In 1658,Aurangzeb became victorious.

134. The Pahari School, Rajput School, Mughal school and Kangra School represent

different styles in the art of

A. Architecture

B. dancing

C. Painting

D. Music

Ans. C

Explanation: These schools are different styles of mediaeval painting.

135. Which Mughal ruler of the following had learnt Hindu music from Lala Kalavant?

A. Humayun

B. Jahangir



C. Akbar

D. Shah Jahan

Ans. C

Explanation: Akbar was fond of music. He was a learned musician. He studied Hindu

vocational under Lala Kalawant who taught him.

136.Match List I of titles given by Mughal rulers with List II of person receiving the title and

select the correct answer from the code given below:

List I List II

( Titles ) ( Person)

a. Raj kavi 1. Birbal

b. Guna Samudra 2. Kalim

c. Jagat Guru 3. Harvijay Suri

d. Kavi Priya 4. Lal Khan

Code :

a b c d

A. 2. 4. 3. 1

B. 4. 3. 2. 1

C. 3. 4. 2. 1

D. 2. 3. 4. 1

Ans. A

Explanation: Raj kavi title was given to Kalim for literature by Shah Jahan. Guna Samudra

was given to Lal Khan for music by Shah Jahan. Jagat Guru was given to Harvijay Suri for

Jain religion by Akbar and Kavi Priya was given to Birbal for literature by Akbar.

137.Assertion (A) : Ahmad Shah Abdali fought the third battle of Panipat.

Reason (R) : Jahangir was a lover of beauty and nature








Ans. B

Explanation: The third battle of Panipat was fought between Ahmad Shah Abdali and

Marathas in 1761.

138.Assertion (A) : Aurangzeb succeeded Shah Jahan to the mughal throne.

Reason (R) : The law of primogeniture was followed.






Ans. C

Explanation: Aurangzeb succeeded Shah Jahan to the Mughal throne but the rule of

primogeniture was not followed where the eldest son inherited his father's estate. He

succeeded The throne by force. Dara was the eldest and Aurangzeb was the third son of

Shah Jahan.

139.Consider the following statements about the Mughal mansabdari system

1. Zat and Sawar ranks were granted.

2. The mansabdars were hereditary officers.

3. There were three categories of mansabdars.

4. They were paid salaries by the diwan's office.

Select the correct answer from the code given below.

A. 1, 2, 3 and 4

B. 2, 3 and 4

C. 1 and 2

D. 1 and 3

Ans. D



Explanation: the Mughal Emperor Akbar introduced mansabdari system. Mansabdari had

three scale gradation; Umra (500 zat and below), Amir (500-2500 zat and above) and Amir-i-

Azam(2500 zat and above). Mansabdar were paid through revenue assignments, Jagir and

salaries both. Jagir was not transferred and could be seized upon death. Thus mansabdari

was not a hereditary system.

140.Some of the important battles that the Mughals fought were

1. Battle of Chausa led by Humayun

2. Battle of Khanwa led by Babar

3. Second battle of Panipat by Akbar

4. Against Amar Singh of Mewar led by Jahangir

Which of the above are correct statements

A. Only 1

B. Only 2

C. Only 3

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Ans. D

Explanation: Battle of Chausa took place between Humayun and Sher Shah Suri in

1539.Humayun was defeated in this battle. The battle of Khanwa was fought between Rana

Sanga and Babur in 1527,Babur consolidated the new Mughal Dynasty in India by this

victory

141. Arrange the following events of Akbar's Regime in their chronological order

1. Abolition of Jizyah

2. Construction of Ibadat khana

3. Singing of Mazaharnama

4. Foundation of Din-i-Illahi'

Select the correct answer from the code given below

A. 1, 2, 3, 4

B. 2, 3, 4, 1

C. 1, 3, 2, 4



D. 3, 4, 1, 2

Ans. A

Explanation: Akbar abolished Jizya in 1564.The construction of Ibadat khana occurred in

1575 whose main purpose was to facilitate philosophical and theological discussions. The

declaration of Mazhar nama was held in 1579 which was prepared by Sheikh Mubarak.

Akbar founded 'Din-i-Illahi' in 1582 for religious harmony.

142. Below are given certain revolts

1. Jat revolt

2. Bundela revolt

3. Satnami revolt

4. Kannoj revolt

Which of the following revolts took place during Aurangzeb's Reign

A. 1, 2, 3 and 4

B. 1, 2 and 3

C. 1 and 3

D. Only 2

Ans. B

Explanation: Jat revolt took place in 1669 under Gokula, Rajaram, Churamani against

agricultural policy. Bundela revolt took place in 1671 under the leadership of Champat Rai

and Chhatrasal because of political and religious causes. Satnami revolt was by followers of

Satnami Sect in 1673 due to religious suppression. Sikh Revolt also took place in 1675

under Guru Teg Bahadur and Guru Gobind Singh against religious suppression.

143. First tomb in India that is entirely made up of marble is tomb of

A. Jahangir

B. Itmad Ul Daula

C. Babar

D. Asmat Begum

Ans. B



Explanation: Tomb of Itmad Ul Daula was built by Noor Jahan at Agra between 1622 and

1628 after the death of his father Mirza Ghiyas Beg. This is the first tomb in India that is

entirely made up of marble along with Pietra dura.

144. Tawarikh-i-Alfi was written by

A. Badauni

B. Mulla Daud

C. Abdul haq

D. Jahangir

Ans. B

Explanation:Tawarikh-i-Alfi was history of Akbar's rule.


List I List II

( Shivaji Ashtpradhan) ( Department)

a. Peshwa 1. Home Minister

b. Majumdar 2. Prime Minister

c. Dabir 3. revenue and Finance

d. Waqenavis 4. Foreign minister.

Code :

a b c d

A. 2. 4. 3. 1

B. 4. 3. 2. 1

C. 3. 4. 2. 1

D. 2. 3. 4. 1

Ans. D

Explanation: Shivaji was helped by the ashtapradhan which are eight ministers and were

unlike a collective of ministers for there was no collective responsibility, each Minister was

directly responsible to Shivaji. These include Peshva - mukhya Pradhan, Mazumdar-

Amartya, Waqenavis - Mantri, Dabir - Sumant, Surnavis - Sachiv, Pandit Rao - Sadar, sar-i-

naubat - Senapati and Nyayadhish for justice.



146.Assertion (A) : Shivaji ceded some forts to the Mughals and paid a visit to the mughal

court at Agra.

Reason (R) : Shivaji was defeated by Jaisingh in the Fort of Purandar and he signed Treaty

of Purandar in 1665.






Ans. A

Explanation: Raja Jai Singh of Amber was appointed by Aurangzeb to put down Shivaji.

147.Assertion (A) : Britishers came in conflict with the Marathas.

Reason (R) : Warren hasting favoured the cause of Raghunath Rao for peshwaship.






Ans. A

Explanation: First Anglo Maratha war of 1775 to 1782 was because of English coming to

conflict with the Marathas while favouring Raghunath Rao for Peshwaship. Britishers were

defeated and on being defeated Britishers had to sign the humiliating Convention of

Wadgaon in 1779.

148. Arrange the Maratha rulers in chronological order.

1. Bajirao 1

2. Balaji Bajirao

3. Balaji Vishwanath



4. Sambhaji

select from the code given below

A. 4 3 1 2

B. 4 3 2 1

C. 3214

D. 1234

Ans. A

Explanation: Sambhaji was the elder son of Shivaji. He defeated Raja Ram, younger son of

Shivaji in the war of succession. Balaji Vishwanath began his career as a small revenue

official and was given the title of Sena karte. Bajirao was the eldest son of Balaji Vishwanath,

he succeeded him as Peshwa at the young age of 20. He was considered the greatest

exponent of guerrilla tactics after Shivaji. Balaji Bajirao popularly known as Nana Sahib, he

succeeded his father Shahu at the age of 20.

149. Which battle marked the end of of Maratha power

A. First battle of Panipat

B. Second battle of Panipat

C. Third battle of Panipat

D. None of these

Ans. C

Explanation: Third battle of Panipat resulted in the defeat of the Marathas by Ahmed Shah

Abdali and the death of Vishwas Rao and Sadashiv Rao. This event shocked the Peshwa

Balaji Bajirao and after six month he also died. This battle ended the Maratha power.

150. Saranzami system was related to

A. Land revenue system of Maratha

B. Taluqdari system

C. Qutb Shahi administration

D. None of the above

Ans. A



Explanation: Saranzami system was related to land revenue in Maratha period. The land

under given Saranzami system was provided for livelihood of Maratha Jagirdar during

Maratha period.

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