1.

Rivers Jia Bhoreli, Puthimari and Pagladiya are the tributaries of which of the
following river? Brahmaputra
2. Traditionally, Indians note six seasons, each about two months long. Which of the
following denotes the Late Autumn season? Hemantha
3. Cartouche, which is associated with Egyptian hieroglyphics, is a A frame
enclosing text of royal names
4. Which of the following is NOT a Paleolithic site?
a) Hunsgi
b) Chirand
c) Bhibmetka
d) Kurnool caves

5. Consider the following statements:

1. In Mohenjodaro, a very special tank, which archaeologists call the Great Bath, was
built in citadel
2. Very often walls of baked brick were built around each part of the cities in Harppan
city parts
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
6. With reference to the black and red ware culture (BRW), consider the following statements:
1. They are associated with megaliths
2. They with associated with the pre-Rigvedic Vedic civilization
3. BRW pottery was famous west of the Indus Valley
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
7. Consider the following statements:
1. In a gana or a sangha, to which Buddha and Mahavira belonged to, there were not
one but many rulers were ruling
2. In a gana or sangha, even agriculturists and women were allowed to take part in
discussions

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

8. Consider the following statements:

1. Buddha believed that the results of our actions, whether good or bad, affect us both in this
life and the next
2. The Buddha taught in the language of the ordinary people, Pali, so that everybody
could understand his message
3. Buddha taught that by following moderation in everything one can remove their
sufferings
Which of the above statements is/are INCORRECT?
9. Consider the following statements:
1. Ashokas dhamma involved worship of a god
2. Ashoka sent messengers to spread ideas about dhamma to other lands, such as Syria
and Egypt
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
10. With reference to shrenis, which were formed in ancient India, consider the following
statements:
1. These were formal associations formed by powerful people associated with religious
activities
2. Shrenis served as banks, where rich men and women deposited money
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
11. With reference to Kalidasas plays, onsider the following statements:
1. An interesting feature is that the king and most brahmins are shown as speaking
Sanskrit, while women and men other than the king and brahmins use Prakrit
2. The plight of a poor fisherman is found in the play Mlavikgnimitram

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

12. Ilango Adigal is the author of one of the five great epics in Tamil language.
Choose the correct one from below options. Cilappatikram

13. It is in prose, consisting of twelve terse verses, and is associated with a Rig Vedic school of
scholars. It discusses the syllable Om, presents the theory of four states of consciousness, asserts
the existence and nature of Atman (Soul, Self).
The above description refers to which of the following Upanishads? Mandukya
14. The Department of Pharmaceuticals functions under which of the following
ministries? The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
1. The Nastaliq, Taliq and the Shikaste style are Writing style use in Persian and
Arabic literary scripts
2. Kayastha community, which historically occupied the highest government offices
both during Mughal and British period, were traditionally involved in which of the
following occupations? Keeping of records and public accounts

3. Consider the following statements:

1. Shia Muslims believe that the Prophets son-in-law, Ali, is the legitimate leader of
the Muslim community
2. The Hanafi school is one of the four religious Shia Islamic schools of jurisprudence and it
has the largest followers of Shia Muslims
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
4. Consider the following statements:
1. The Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty mainly ruled the region which is now located in the
present day West Bengal
2. The disappearance of Gurjara Pratihara dynasty marked a stage in the political
decline that accompanied the Muslim conquest in India
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
5. Consider the following statements:
1. Prashastis in ancient India were composed by learned Brahmanas, who occasionally
helped in the administration

2. Prashastis were valued for their literary form, style and content
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
6. Gahadavalas of Wetsern Uttar Pradesh were the contemporaries of which of the
following rulers? Chauhans of Rajasthan & Muhammad of Ghur

7. Consider the following statements:

1. New developments in agriculture played prominent role in the achievements of
Chola rulers
2. Large scale cultivation in Tamil Nadu started even before the first century AD
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
8. Under which of the following kingdoms/rulers, Delhi for the first time became a
Capital city? Tomaras
9. Which of the following female rulers changed her name on her inscriptions and
pretended she was a man? Queen Rudramadevi

10. Which of the following Masjids or monuments were built during the reign of Delhi Sultans?
1. Quwwat al-Islam
2. Begumpuri mosque
3. Moth ki Masjid
Choose the correct answer using the codes below:
11. Consider the following statements:
1. Alauddin Khalji introduced more successful administrative measures compared to
Muhammad Tughluq
2. Muhammad Tughluq paid his soldiers cash salaries unlike Khalji who paid Iqtas
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
12. Consider the following statements:
1. Babur used cannons effectively at the first battle of Panipat
2. For Mughal authority, during their initial years, Afghans were the immediate threat

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

13. Consider the following statements:
1. Akbar believed that religious scholars who emphasized ritual and dogma created
divisions and disharmony amongst his subjects and hence he created Din-e-Ilahi
2. The Dn-i Ilh was essentially an ethical system which considered lust and pride as
sins
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
14. Consider the following statements:
1. Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni was a contemporary of Chola King Rajendra I
2. Attacking temples and looting the wealth was a means to show heroism and claim
authority in Islamic world for rulers like Mahmud of Ghazni
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. Drum Seeder or Zero Till Seed Drills are mainly used for seeding which of the
following crops? Paddy
2. The Phosphate solubilizing bacteria (PSB) are mainly used as Biofertilizer

3. Consider the following statements:

1. India is the first largest producer of freshwater fish in the world
2. Interestingly, India produces more fish from inland sources than from marine sources
Which of the above statements is/are correct? (NONE)
4. Consider the following statements:
1. Kissan Credit cards are issued only by commercial banks
2. The scope of the Kissan Credit Card includes only term credit
Which of the above statements is/are correct? (None)
5. Which of the following dance forms was revitalized as a result of Mughal influence
on Indian culture? Kathak

6. Anthropological Survey of India is a premier organization under The Ministry of

Culture

7. Consider the following statements:

1. Under MPLADS scheme, the funds released by the Government India are deposited by
the District Administration both in private and nationalized banks
2. The funds released under MPLADS scheme lapse if they are not utilized within the time
allocated
Which of the above statements is/are correct? (NONE)
8. An agreement where Tariff liberalization on certain or limited number of lines is
involves is referred to as Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA)

9. Consider the following statements:

1. As per Bali Package of WTO negotiations, the trade facilitation agreement is legally
binding on member states
2. At present developed countries are opposed to any stockholding of foodgrains by the
developing countries even for food security purpose
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. Consider the following statements:

1. Kutia Kondh tribe which mainly resides in parts of Chhattisgarh believes that that the
hills are sacred
2. The Khonds speak Kui language
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. Consider the following statements:
1. Nayanars came from Brahmin castes whereas Alvars came from all castes including from
untouchable communities
2. Both Nayanars and Alvars welcomed Buddhists and Jains and preached inclusive and
secular views
Which of the above statements is/are correct? (none)

3. Sahitya Lahari, is a compilation of compositions of which of the Bhakti saints?

Surdas

4. Consider the following statements:

1. Ramanuja believed that the best means of attaining salvation was through renunciation
and following the path of Advaita
2. According to Advaita philosophy, the soul even when united with the Supreme God
remains distinct
Which of the above statements is/are correct? (none)
5. Which of the following is/are not considered as one of the classical dances of India?
1. Manipuri
2. Kathak
3. Garba
4. Odissi
5. Bihu
Choose the correct answer using codes below:
6. With reference to James Prinsep, consider the following statements:
1. He is best remembered for deciphering the Kharosthi and Brahmi scripts of ancient
India
2. He was one of the founders of the Asiatic Society of Bengal
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
7. Consider the following statements:
1. It was French who immediately followed the Portuguese and entered India for trade
2. From 1600 onwards, many British companies were awarded grants by the Queen to
conduct trade in the East, prominent one being the East India Company
Which of the above statements is/are INCORRECT?
8. Consider the following statements:

1. During its initial years of trade with India, Britain had to buy most of the goods with gold
and silver imported from Britain because of Indian rulers fondness for gold
2. The outflow of gold from Britain increased after the Battle of Plassey to bribe Indian
rulers
Which of the above statements is/are correct (none)
9. Consider the following statements:
1. Awadh was taken over by the British under the policy of Doctrine of Lapse
2. The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced before the Governor Generalship of Warren
Hastings
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
10. The British persuaded or forced cultivators in various parts of India to produce
crops such as Jute, Tea, Indigo and Opium. This is mainly because Europe needed
these crops

11. In which part of India does one find the Van Gujjar nomadic tribe? Bhabar tract
of Uttar Pradesh