Indian History mcqs#6
1. With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Sankhya school:
1. Sankhya does not accept the theory of rebirth or transmigration of soul.
2. Sankhya holds that it is the self-knowledge that leads to liberation and not any exterior influence or agent.
Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
a.1 only
b.2 only
c.Both 1 and 2
d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans – b
Q 2.In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called ‘Tribhanga’ has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today. Which one of the following statements best describes this pose?
a.One leg is bent and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck
b.Facial expressions, hand gestures and make-up are combined to symbolize certain epic or historic characters
c.Movements of body, face and hands are used to express oneself or to tell a story
d.A little smile, slightly curved waist and certain hand gestures are emphasized to express the feelings of love or eroticism
Ans – a
Q 3.Consider the following languages:
1. Gujarati
2. Kannada
3. Telugu
Which of the above has/have been declared as ‘Classical Language / Languages’ by the Government?
a.1 and 2 only
b.3 only
c.2 and 3 only
d.1, 2 and 3
Ans – c
Q 4.Which of the following Kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha?
1. Avanti
2. Gandhara
3. Kosala
4. Magadha
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a.1, 2 and 3
b.2 and 4
c.3 and 4 only
d.1, 3 and 4
Ans – c
Q 5.With reference to the cultural history of India, the term ‘Panchayatan’ refers to
a.an assembly of village elders
b.a religious sect
c.a style of temple construction
d.an administrative functionary
Ans – c
Q 6.Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?
a. Mimamsa and Vedanta
b.Nyaya and Vaisheshika
c.Lokayata and Kapalika
d.Sankhya and Yoga
Ans – c
Q 7.The national motto of India, ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from
a.Katha Upanishad
b.Chandogya Upanishad
c.Aitareya Upanishad
d.Mundaka Upanishad
Ans – d
Q 8.Consider the following towns of India:
1. Bhadrachalam
2. Chanderi
3. Kancheepuram
4. Karnal
Which of the above are famous for the production of traditional sarees / fabric?
a.1 and 2 only
b.2 and 3 only
c.1, 2 and 3
d.1, 3 and 4
Ans – b
Q 9.With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements:
1.Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama.
2.It is a centuries-old living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam.
3.It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai.
Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
a.1 only
b.1 and 2 only
c.2 and 3 only
d.1, 2 and 3
Ans – b
Q 10.Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days?
a.22 March (or 21st March)
b.15th May (or 16th May)
c.31st March (or 30th March)
d.21st April (or 20th April)
Ans – a