History

Historical Dates and Events

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Historical Dates and Events form the core chronological framework for studying history. This practice hub includes questions on ancient civilizations, medieval empires, and major historical battles. Familiarity with these dates is essential for cracking the general awareness section of competitive exams.

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Historical Dates and Events Questions

Multiple choice

When was the Dogri Script first used?

  1. It was first used in the 1st century BCE.

  2. It was first used in the 5th century CE.

  3. It was first used in the 10th century CE.

  4. It was first used in the 15th century CE.
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Explanation

The Dogri Script was first used in the 10th century CE, as evidenced by inscriptions found in the Jammu region.

Multiple choice

The ancient Indian concept of 'Shunya' (zero) is believed to have originated in which century?

  1. 5th century BCE

  2. 1st century BCE

  3. 3rd century CE

  4. 6th century CE
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Explanation

The concept of 'Shunya' (zero) is believed to have originated in ancient India around the 5th century BCE, revolutionizing mathematical calculations and laying the foundation for modern mathematics.

Multiple choice

In which century was the Surya Siddhanta composed?

  1. 4th century CE

  2. 5th century CE

  3. 6th century CE

  4. 7th century CE
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Surya Siddhanta was composed in the 5th century CE, although some scholars believe that it may have been composed earlier.

Multiple choice

In which year did the Maratha Confederacy and the Prussian Empire establish diplomatic relations?

  1. 1780

  2. 1785

  3. 1790

  4. 1795
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Explanation

The Maratha Confederacy and the Prussian Empire established diplomatic relations in 1780.

Multiple choice

When was the Koti Yantra invented?

  1. 11th century

  2. 12th century

  3. 13th century

  4. 14th century
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Explanation

The Koti Yantra was invented in the 11th century by the Indian astronomer and mathematician Bhaskara II.

Multiple choice

What is the time period of The Prithviraj Raso?

  1. 11th century

  2. 12th century

  3. 13th century

  4. 14th century
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Prithviraj Raso is set in the 12th century, during the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan.

Multiple choice

When was the Indus Valley Civilization discovered?

  1. 19th century

  2. 20th century

  3. 21st century

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Indus Valley Civilization was discovered in the 20th century.

Multiple choice

When was the first Marathi dictionary published?

  1. 1805

  2. 1829

  3. 1850

  4. 1875
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The first Marathi dictionary, titled 'Shabda-Kosha,' was published in 1829 by the American Marathi Mission.

Multiple choice

When did the Spanish Empire finally abolish slavery?

  1. 1811

  2. 1821

  3. 1833

  4. 1848
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Explanation

The Spanish Empire finally abolished slavery in 1886.

Multiple choice

When did Odantapuri University cease to exist?

  1. 12th century

  2. 13th century

  3. 14th century

  4. 15th century
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Explanation

Odantapuri University is believed to have ceased to exist in the 12th century.

Multiple choice

In which century was the Phaladeepika written?

  1. 10th

  2. 11th

  3. 12th

  4. 13th
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Phaladeepika was written in the 12th century by Mantreswara.

Multiple choice

What is the approximate time period when the Dead Sea Scrolls were written?

  1. 2nd century BCE - 1st century CE

  2. 1st century BCE - 1st century CE

  3. 2nd century BCE - 2nd century CE

  4. 1st century BCE - 2nd century CE
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Explanation

The Dead Sea Scrolls were written during the Second Temple period, with the majority of them dating from the 2nd century BCE to the 1st century CE.

Multiple choice

The British East India Company, which played a significant role in the colonization of India, was granted a royal charter by Queen Elizabeth I in which year?

  1. 1600

  2. 1650

  3. 1700

  4. 1750
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Explanation

Queen Elizabeth I granted a royal charter to the British East India Company in 1600, allowing it to trade with the East Indies and marking the beginning of British influence in India.

Multiple choice

When was the Talmud compiled?

  1. 2nd century BCE

  2. 1st century CE

  3. 2nd century CE

  4. 4th century CE
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Talmud was compiled in the 2nd century CE, primarily in the academies of Babylonia and Judea.

Multiple choice

What was the approximate time period of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. 2500-1900 BCE

  2. 3300-2100 BCE

  3. 1800-1200 BCE

  4. 4000-3000 BCE
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Explanation

The Indus Valley Civilization flourished between approximately 2500 and 1900 BCE.