Tag: applied history

Quizzes (11) Questions (126)

Questions Related to applied history

Multiple choice geography preservation of our heritage preserving indian heritage applied history spread and propagation of indian culture

The ancient monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 was passed by Indian parliament to ____________.

  1. For preservation Natural heritage

  2. For preservation of ancient and historical monuments

  3. For preservation of wildlife of India

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958, was enacted to provide for the preservation of ancient and historical monuments and archaeological sites of national importance.

Multiple choice geography preservation of our heritage preserving indian heritage applied history spread and propagation of indian culture

Vani, Kinkari, Oran, and Shamlat Deh are sacred groves of ________.

  1. Maharashtra

  2. West Bengal

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Kerala
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Sacred Groves are found all over Rajasthan and are called by various names such as Vani in Mewar, Kenkri in Ajmer, Oran in Jodhpur, Bikaner and Jaisalmer, Shamlat deh and Devbani in Alwar.

Multiple choice geography preservation of our heritage preserving indian heritage applied history spread and propagation of indian culture

In which of the following caves, 28 new caves have been discovered?

  1. Ajanta Caves

  2. Ellora Caves

  3. Elephanta Caves

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Recent archaeological surveys and reports have noted the discovery of new caves in the vicinity of the Elephanta Caves, which are a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Multiple choice geography preservation of our heritage preserving indian heritage applied history spread and propagation of indian culture

Who was the first Director General of the Archaeological Survey of India?

  1. Sir John Marshall

  2. Sir Alexander Cunningham

  3. Sir Votair

  4. Sir Hasting
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is a Government of India organization responsible for archaeological research, conservation and preservation of cultural monuments in the country. It was founded during British Raj in 1861 by Sir Alexander Cunningham who also became its first Director-General. Cunningham retired in 1885 and was succeeded by James Burgess as next Director General.

Multiple choice geography preservation of our heritage preserving indian heritage applied history spread and propagation of indian culture

Which South East Asian dynasty sought permission to build a monastery at Nalanda?

  1. Kambuj

  2. Sri Vijaya

  3. Sailendra

  4. Funan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Sailendra dynasty of the Srivijaya Empire (based in modern-day Indonesia) maintained close relations with the Pala rulers of India and sought permission to build a monastery at Nalanda.

Multiple choice geography preservation of our heritage preserving indian heritage applied history spread and propagation of indian culture

According to whose descriptions, Nalanda University could accomodate thousands of books?

  1. Yuan Chwang and Itsing

  2. Marco Polo and Kublai Khan

  3. Al Beruni and Ibn Battuta

  4. Abdul Razzak and Megasthenes
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Chinese travelers Yuan Chwang (Xuanzang) and Itsing (Yijing) provided detailed accounts of Nalanda University, including descriptions of its massive library and academic facilities.

Multiple choice geography preservation of our heritage preserving indian heritage applied history spread and propagation of indian culture

Who established Vikramshila University?

  1. Anangpal

  2. Dharmapal

  3. Mahipala

  4. Gopala
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Vikramashila was one of the two most important centres of learning in India, other being Nalanda. Its remains are located near Antichak in Bhagalpur district of Bihar. The University was set up by the Pala dynasty king Dharmapala in the late 8th or early 9th century in response to a supposed decline in the quality of scholarship at Nalanda.