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Multiple choice introduction to ancient history and pre - historic period ancient indian history general knowledge

Consider the following statements.
$1$. Naradasmriti is the earliest texts to deal exclusively with legal matters.
$2$. Asvaghosa was the first dramatist to use Sanskrit for the composition of plays.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. Only $1$
  2. Only $2$
  3. Both $1$ and $2$
  4. Neither $1$ nor $2$
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Naradasmriti is a legal text, but it is not the earliest; the Manusmriti and others predate it. Asvaghosa wrote plays, but Bhasa is often cited as an earlier dramatist in Sanskrit literature.

Multiple choice introduction to ancient history and pre - historic period ancient indian history general knowledge

Consider the following statements:
(1) The Mesolithic people used the sledge as a means of transport over snow and ice.
(2) During Neolithic, man got the idea of making and baking pottery.
Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

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

The sledge was used by prehistoric people in cold regions. Pottery making and baking were indeed major technological advancements of the Neolithic period.

Multiple choice introduction to ancient history and pre - historic period ancient indian history general knowledge

In which of the following Era communities represent Jorwe culture?

  1. Vedic Era

  2. Chalcolithic Era

  3. Paleolithic Era

  4. Later Vedic Era
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Jorwe culture is a prominent Chalcolithic archaeological culture that existed in the Deccan region of India. It is characterized by its distinct painted pottery and copper tools, placing it firmly within the Chalcolithic Era.

Multiple choice introduction to ancient history and pre - historic period ancient indian history general knowledge

The great scholar, Banabhatta, lived during the reign of _________.

  1. Chandragupta II

  2. Harsha

  3. Kanishka

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

Banabhatta was a renowned Sanskrit writer and poet who served as the court poet (Asthana Kavi) of King Harsha, who ruled in northern India during the 7th century. He is best known for writing the Harshacharita, a biography of the king.

Multiple choice introduction to ancient history and pre - historic period ancient indian history general knowledge

In context with the Neolithic settlements in Indian subcontinent. Consider the following statements.
$1.$ The oldest Neolithic settlements is not older than $5000\ BC$.
$2.$ The people in these settlements mostly used polished tools.
$3.$ The cultivated wheat as well as barley.
$4.$ They domesticated sheep as well as goats.
Which among the above statement(s) are correct?

  1. $1, 2$ and $3$
  2. $2, 3$ and $4$
  3. $2$ and $3$
  4. Only $2$
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Neolithic settlements in the Indian subcontinent generally date back to around 7000 BC (e.g., Mehrgarh), making statement 1 incorrect. Statements 2, 3, and 4 correctly describe the Neolithic lifestyle, which involved the use of polished stone tools, cultivation of wheat and barley, and the domestication of animals like sheep and goats.

Multiple choice introduction to ancient history and pre - historic period ancient indian history general knowledge

The remains of Neolithic pit-dwellings were found at:
$1.$ Burzhom
$2.$ Gufkral
$3.$ Kuchai
$4.$ Mahagra
Select the correct answer from the codes given below.

  1. $1$ and $4$
  2. $2$ and $3$
  3. $3$ and $4$
  4. $1$ and $2$
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Burzahom and Gufkral, both located in Kashmir, are famous for their Neolithic pit-dwellings. These structures were built to protect inhabitants from the cold climate of the region.