Ancient & Medieval Test - 1-31-Mar-24 13-43-11

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ANCIENT & MEDIEVAL TEST - 1
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1. With reference to the ancient history of India, consider the following statements:
1. The Chalcolithic people did not use any weapons made of stone.
2. The people of the Chalcolithic phase used only Black-and-red ware pottery.
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
Your Answer : D
Correct Answer : D
Answer Justification :
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Chalcolithic Culture in India
With the end of the Neolithic Age, several cultures started using metal, mostly copper and
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In India, it spanned around 2000 BC to 700 BC.
This culture was mainly seen in Pre-Harappan phase, but at many places it
extended to Post-Harappan phase too
The people were mostly rural and lived near hills and rivers.
Characteristics of this Culture include:
Pottery
A main identifying characteristic of the Chalcolithic period is polychrome
painted pottery. Ceramic forms found on Chalcolithic sites include
“fenestrated pottery”, pots with openings cut into the walls
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1. The major crops cultivated were barley and wheat while bajra and jowar were not known
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rice. Eastern India produced rice and Western India produced barley
4. Consider the following sites:

1. Gilund
2. Kalibangan
3. Maski
4. Lakhania
5. Ahar
How many of the above are the Chalcolithic sites in India?
A. Only two
B. Only three
C. Only four
D. All five
Your Answer :
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5. With reference to Ahar Culture, consider the following statements:

1. Ahar culture had a rich ceramic tradition consisting of Tan ware, thin Red ware, Black and Red
ware and Grey ware.
2. Major excavated sites are Ahar and Balathal in Udaipur district and Gilund in Rajsamanad
district of Rajasthan.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Your Answer :
Correct Answer : C
Ahar Culture
The Ahar culture –also known as the Banas culture, the latter term derived from the name
of the valley in which most of the sites of this culture are located—is among the earliest
Chalcolithic cultures of India.
Major excavated sites are Ahar and Balathal in Udaipur district, Gilund in Rajsamanad
district, Ojiyana in Bhilwara district Rajasthan.
Ahar culture had a rich ceramic tradition consisting of Tan ware, thin Red ware, Black and
Red ware and Grey ware. Shapes include dishes, dish on stands and globular
Available radio-carbon dates (calibrated) suggest a time bracket of 2025 BC— 1270 BC4for
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The Jorwe culture is the most important and characteristic chalcolithic culture of Maharashtra,
extending almost all over the present state, excepting the coastal strip on the west and
Vidarbha in the north east.
The Early Jorwe houses were rectangular in plan while the Late Jorwe ones were
circular.
The culture is named after the type site of Jorwe in Ahmadnagar district, Gujarat.
Based on an analysis of organic remains the subsistence base has been reconstructed.
It was based on dry-farming with stock-raising and hunting-fishing as ancillary

activities.
A variety of crops were grown, and the Jorwe farmers have also been credited for practicing
crop rotation.
The principal crops were barley, wheat, jowar, rice, ragi, green pea, grass pea, lentil, and green
and black gram.
7. Consider the following statements regarding the Jorwe Culture of ancient India:
1. It was named after a type-site situated on the left bank of the Pravara River.
2. It did not share any elements of South Indian Neolithic culture.
3. It covered modern Maharashtra Including the parts of Vidarbha.
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shared elements of the Neolithic culture of the south.
Statement 3 is not correct: The Jorwe culture, c. 1400 to 700 BC covered modern
Maharashtra except parts of Vidarbha and the coastal region of Konkan.
8. With reference to Chalcolithic Age, consider the following statements:

1. Calcolithic people used domestic animals for both food and milk.
2. They did extensive farming and used ploughs for cultivation.
3. The use of a stronger metal Bronze was an important characteristic of this period.

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer : A
Correct Answer : D
Chalcolithic Age Limitation
Due to the fact that they only used domestic animals for food and not for milk, Chalcolithic
people were unable to completely utilize domestic animals. They believed that milk was only
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(a) People buried the dead in the floors of their houses in the North-South direction along with
pots and copper objects.
(b) In Navas, children were buried with necklaces around their necks or with pottery of copper.
These children were mainly from affluent families.
(c) In Kayatha region; bodies were found with 29 bangles and 2 unique axes.
10. With reference to ‘Lantana Camara’ recently seen in news, consider the following
statements:
1. It is among one of the 10 worst invasive species in the world.
2. It was introduced in the country as an ornamental plant by the Portuguese in the 1800s.
3. Eradication of Lantana is much easier as compared to other invasive plant species.

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reproductivity biology traits, and tenaious resistance to cutting and burning,” states the review
paper.
Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/forests/conquest-of-lantana-93453
11. Valmiki Tiger Reserve is located in which of the following state?
A. Uttarakhand
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Biihar
D. Madhya Pradesh
Your Answer : C
Correct Answer : C
Authorities in Bihar’s Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) have credited the rise in the protected area
(PA)’s big cat numbers to a reduction in human activities, including restrictions on illegal mining
in its eco-sensitive zone.
VTR Field Director Neshmani K told this reporter that a total ban on sand and stone mining
inside VTR, and strict restrictions on mining in its eco-sensitive zone, helped increase grassland
cover. This, in turn, caused tiger numbers in the PA to rise to 54 earlier this year, up from 31 in
2018. In 2014, there were only 28 tigers in VTR. 4
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The World Health Organization (WHO) on December 15, 2023 added one of the world’s most
underrecognised health challenges, noma, to its official list of neglected tropical diseases
(NTD). Also known as cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis, it is a severe gangrenous disease
of the mouth and face with a mortality rate of approximately 90 per cent. It is also associated
with extreme poverty, malnutrition and poor access to sanitation and oral hygiene.
Noma mainly affects children aged 2-6 years old and is found most commonly among those
living in poor communities. There is an extreme lack of awareness regarding the disease.
Source:
https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/health/what-is-noma-the-latest-addition-to-who-s-list-of-n
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13. Consider the following statements:

1. The Gulf of Aden is an extension of the Mediterranean Sea located between the Arabian
Peninsula and the African continent.
2. The Gulf of Aden is bounded by the Somali and the Socotra Islands in the north and the Arabian
Sea in the east.
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north by Yemen, east by the Arabian Sea, and west by Djibouti.
The gulf is connected to the Somali Sea to the south by the Guardafui Channel, and to the Red
Sea on the west by the Strait of Bab el Mandeb.

1. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener used in beverage and dairy products including chewable
vitamins.
2. The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently declared aspartame as a possible
carcinogen.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Your Answer : C
Correct Answer : C
Option (c) is correct: Aspartame is present in a wide range of food products – sugar-free diet
soda, ice tea, ice cream, low fat yoghurt, cereals, and medicines such as chewable vitamins.
In fact, it is quite difficult to avoid consuming at least some amount of aspartame in our diet.4
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15. With reference to the Thira Dance, consider the following
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Statement 1 is correct: Thira is a traditional ritualistic art form performed in Kerala, India. It is
primarily performed during the annual festival of Bhagavathy temples, especially in the Malabar
region.
Thira is a significant cultural and religious event that combines elements of dance, drama, and
ritualistic practices. The word "Thira" translates to "dance" in the Malayalam language.
Statement 2 is correct: It is believed to have originated from the traditional martial art form
called Kalaripayattu, which has influenced the movements and choreography of Thira.
The performances are usually conducted by a group of men known as Thira performers or
Thirakkars, who undergo rigorous training in the art form.
Thira performances revolve around mythological and historical stories, often related to the
triumph of good over evil.
Statement 3 is not correct: The main highlight of Thira is the portrayal of mythological
characters, particularly the goddess Bhadrakali and her battle against the demon Darika.
16. With respect to Ancient Indian history, the terms ‘Ramapithecus’ and ‘Sivapithecus’
were used to represent:
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17. Which of the following Archaeological sites belong to Palaeolithic period?
1. Kurnool caves
2. Hunsgi
3. Inamgaon
4. Bhimbetka
How many of the above options are correct?

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. Only three
D. All four
Your Answer : C
Correct Answer : C
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18.UConsider the following statements regarding Mesolithic age.
1. Mesolithic is a transitional phase between the Paleolithic and the Neolithic ages.
2. The Mesolithic people lived on hunting, fishing, and food gathering and did not domesticate
animals.
3. Bagor in Rajasthan had a distinctive microlithic industry.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer : B
Correct Answer : B
Statement 2 is incorrect.
In 9000 BC began an intermediate stage in Stone-Age culture, which is called the Mesolithic
age. It intervened as a transitional phase between the Paleolithic and the Neolithic or New
Stone ages. The Mesolithic people lived on hunting, fishing, and food gathering; at a
later stage they also domesticated animals.
The characteristic tools of the Mesolithic age are microliths or tiny tools. Mesolithic sites abound
in Rajasthan, southern UP, central and eastern India, and also south of the river Krishna. Of
them, Bagor in Rajasthan is very well excavated. It had a distinctive microlithic77
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industry, and its inhabitants subsisted on hunting and pastoralism. The site4remained 02
occupied for 5000 years from the fifth millennium BC onwards. Adamgarh in MP4and
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In the neolithic site Burzahom (in present-day Kashmir) people built pit-houses,
which were dug into the ground, with steps leading into them. These may have
provided shelter in cold weather.
20. Consider the following about the Painted Grey Ware culture (PGW).
1. It is an Iron Age culture of the Gangetic plain and the Ghaggar-Hakra valley.
2. It is contemporary to Northern Black Polished Ware associated with the rise of the great
mahajanapada states and of the Magadha Empire.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Your Answer :
Correct Answer : A
It is an Iron Age culture of the Gangetic plain and the Ghaggar-Hakra valley, lasting
from roughly 1200 BCE to 600 BCE.
PGW are extremely fine to touch, with a nice, smooth surface. Perhaps these were used on
special occasions, for important people, and to serve special food.
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Site State
1. Tekkalkota Maharashtra
2. Piklihal Karnataka
3. Lakhudiyar Uttarakhand
How many of the above options is/are correct?

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer :
Correct Answer : B
Option 1 is incorrect.
The granite rocks of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh provided suitable canvases to the Neolithic
paintings. There are several such sites but more famous among them are Kupgallu (Telangana),
Piklihal and Tekkalkota (both in Karnataka).
The rock shelters on banks of the River Suyal at Lakhudiyar (Uttarakhand), about twenty
kilometres on the Almora–Barechina road, bear these prehistoric paintings. Lakhudiyar literally
means one lakh caves.
Richest paintings are reported from the Vindhya ranges of Madhya Pradesh and their Kaimurean
extensions into Uttar Pradesh. These hill ranges are full of Palaeolithic and Mesolithic remains.
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The chief characteristic features of the Neolithic culture are the practice of agriculture,
domestication of animals, polishing of stone tools and the manufacture of pottery. In fact, the
cultivation of plants and domestication of animals led to the emergence of village
communities based on sedentary life There was a great improvement in technology of
making tools and other equipment used by man. Stone tools were now polished.
The polished axes were found to be more effective tools for hunting and cutting trees. Mud brick
houses were built instead of grass huts. Wheels were used to make pottery. Pottery was
used for cooking as well as storage of food grains. Large urns were used as coffins for the
burial of the dead. There was also improvement in agriculture.
Wheat, barely, rice, millet were cultivated in different areas at different points of time. Rice
cultivation was extensive in eastern India. Domestication of sheep, goats and cattle was
widely prevalent. Cattle were used for cultivation and for transport. The people of
Neolithic Age used clothes made of cotton and wool.
23. With reference to the ancient history of India, consider the following statements:
1. Piklihal is a prominent Neolithic site found in Tamil Nadu.
2. The Neolithic settlers in Piklihal were cattle-herders.
3. Both ash mounds and habitation sites have been found in Piklihal.
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cleared for the next session of camping. Both ash mounds and habitation sites have been found
in Piklihal.
24. Consider the following statements regarding Mesolithic and Neolithic cultures.
1. Hunting-gathering pattern of life was prevalent both in Mesolithic and Neolithic period.
2. Evidence of pottery is absent from the Neolithic culture but is markedly found in Mesolithic
culture.
3. Mesolithic cultures did not practice domestication of animals unlike Neolithic people.
A. Only one
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C. All three
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2. Bone tools could be found, but stone tools were not made in this period.
3. Evidence of the existence of ostriches were found in India during this period.
4. There were few climatic changes in this period with only one inter-glacial period leading to a
largely stable environment.

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. Only three
D. All four
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Only Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1: The Palaeolithic period extends from 2 million years ago to about 12,000 years
ago. This long stretch of time is divided into the Lower, Middle and Upper Palaeolithic. This long
span of time covers 99% of human history.
Statement 2: The Paleolithic Age is characterized by the use of knapped stone tools, although
at the time humans also used wood and bone tools.
Stone tools found during this period are generally tiny, and are called microliths. Microliths were
probably stuck on to handles of bone or wood to make tools such as saws and sickles.
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agriculture, which really heralded the beginning of a settled lifestyle of human beings.
Option D: Hominization, also called anthropogenesis, refers to the process of becoming human,
and is used in somewhat different contexts in the fields of paleontology and paleoanthropology,
archeology, philosophy, and theology.
Anatomically modern humans (AMH, or AMHS) developed within the species Homo sapiens
about 200,000 years ago.
27. Trade and cultural contacts existed between Indus civilization cities and those of
Mesopotamia. One can find this evidence by the
A. Presence of similar housing pattern in both cities

B. Occurrence of similar seals and beads in both places
C. Discovery of Indus valley texts that discuss trade figures
D. All of the above
Your Answer : D
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learnt where they grew.
2. The beginning of the Neolithic age dates back to 10,000 years ago.
3. People were familiar with the use of fire in Paleolithic age.

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer : A
Correct Answer : C
Around 12,000 years ago, there were major changes in the climate of the world, with a shift to
relatively warm conditions. In many areas, this led to the development of grasslands.
This was also a time when several grain bearing grasses, including wheat, barley and rice grew
naturally in different parts of the subcontinent. Men, women and children probably
collected these grains as food, and learnt where they grew, and when they ripened.
This may have led them to think about growing plants on their own. In this way people became
farmers.
Traces of ash have been found in Kurnool Caves (Paleolithic Site). This suggests that
people were familiar with the use of fire. Fire could have been used for many things: as a source
of light, to roast meat, and to scare away animals.
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multiply but the paintings are smaller in size. Hunting scenes predominate. In some pictures,
animals are chasing men. In others they are being chased and hunted by men. Some of the
animal paintings, especially in the hunting scenes, show a fear of animals, but many others
show a feeling of tenderness and love for them. There are paintings of people gathering fruit or
honey from trees and of women grinding and preparing food.
The paintings of the Chalcolothic period reveal the association, contact, and mutual exchange
of requirements of the cave dwellers of this area with settled agricultural communities of the
Malwa plains.
30. The oldest-known art in India, also known as Bhima’s Lounge (Bhima - Pandava prince
from the Mahabharata), is found in
A. Ajanta caves
B. Karla caves
C. Bhimbetka caves
D. Ellora caves
Your Answer : C
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the smaller size of stone tools in the following Middle Palaeolithic Period besides new tools like
scrapers.
Shankhalipi or "shell-script" is a term used by scholars to describe ornate spiral Brahmi

characters that resemble conch shells (or shankhas). They are found in inscriptions across
various parts of India except the far south and date to between the 4th and 8th centuries CE.
32. Consider the following statements regarding Bhimbetka rock shelters.

1. The Bhimbetka site has the oldest-known rock art in India, as well as is one of the largest
prehistoric complexes.
2. The rock paintings at Bhimbetka contain paintings related only to the Upper Palaeolithic and
Mesolithic periods.
3. It is declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
4. It is declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A. Only one
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C. Only three
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33. Consider the following pairs:

Archaeological sites Belonged to period:
1. Mehrgarh Neolithic
2. Hungsi Palaeolithic
3. Adichamallur Megalithic
4. Daojali Hading Neolithic
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. Only three
D. All four
Your Answer : B
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1. Artisans
2. Magistrates
3. Councillors
4. Herdsmen
How many of the above professions were mentioned as different castes by Megasthenes’
Indica?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. Only three
D. All four
Your Answer : D
Correct Answer : D
Megasthenes, a Greek historian and ambassador to the Indian subcontinent during the 4th
century BCE, wrote a work titled "Indica" which provided an account of India during the Mauryan
Empire. In his work, Megasthenes did mention the existence of different castes or groups of
people in ancient Indian society. He identified seven main classes, but it's important to note
that these were not the traditional four varnas (Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras)
often associated with later Hindu society. Instead, Megasthenes' classification included:
1. Philosophers or priests
2. Agriculturists
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associated with early states, cities, the growing use of iron, the development of coinage, etc.
Statement 3: It also witnessed the growth of diverse systems of thought, including Buddhism
and Jainism. Early Buddhist and Jaina texts mention, amongst other things, sixteen states
known as mahajanapadas.
While most mahajanapadas were ruled by kings, some, known as ganas or sanghas, were
oligarchies, where power was shared by a number of men, often collectively called rajas. Both
Mahavira and the Buddha belonged to such ganas.
In some instances, as in the case of the Vajji sangha, the rajas probably controlled resources
such as land collectively.
36. Consider the following about the edicts of Ashoka.

1. The inscriptions of Asoka were first deciphered by James Princep.
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Major Rock Inscriptions: Minor Rock Edicts, the Queen's Edict, Barabar Caves inscriptions
and the Kandahar bilingual inscription.
Statement 1 and 3: In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as "Beloved servant of the
Gods" (Devanampiyadasi) The identification of Devanampiyadasi with Ashoka was confirmed by
an inscription discovered in 1915 by C. Beadon, a British gold-mining engineer, at Maski, a
village in Raichur district of Karnataka.
Another minor rock edict bearing such a description is found at the village Gujarra in Datia
district of Madhya Pradesh. These edicts were deciphered by British archaeologist and historian
James Prinsep.
Some pillar edicts like VII gives a summary of his efforts to promote the Dhamma within his
kingdom.
They are written in Pali language and in some places prakrit was used. The Brahmi script was
employed for writing.
37. Consider the followings:

1. Manda
2. Lakhmirwala
3. Surkotada
4. Mitathal
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38. Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization (IVC):
1. It was the first urban civilization in South Asia.
2. IVC, Mesopotamian, and Egyptian along with Chinese civilization were the earliest of settlement
showing complex societal life.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
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and Private sphere were separated as the town was divided into two parts (as is also done in
modern town planning).
Hence, statement 1 is incorrect but statement 2 is correct.
40. Consider the following statements

1. Battle of Hydaspes was fought between Alexander and Porus.
2. Alexander never crossed Indus river during his expedition

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public buildings such as granaries, workshops.
2. Raised Part, also known as Citadel, consisted of houses of common citizens.
3. Drains connected all the houses and were made up of mortar, lime, and gypsum and covered
with large brick slabs for easy cleaning.

A. One only
B. Two only
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer : A
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In Harappan Civilization, raised part (called Citadel) consisted of housing for rulers and
important public buildings such as granaries, workshops. It was mostly situated west of the
city.
Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
Lower Part (eastern side of town): Consisted of houses of common citizens (see illustration
map)
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of Rangpur and Surkotda consumed rice and millets. Fish and Molluscs eating was also
common.
Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are incorrect.
Dairy production evidence has been found by the recent molecular study at the Kotada
Bhadli (Gujarat).
Hence, statement 3 is correct.
43. With reference to the religion of Harapan People. Consider the following statements:
1. Harappans were called secular society as no temple or religion have been found there.
2. Harappan believed in nature worship i.e. gods in the form of trees such as Peepal and animals
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44. Consider the following statements regarding the script and languages of Harappan
Civilization:
1. Harappan Script is Pictographic and Logo syllabic using signs of birds, fish, humans, etc.
2. Harappan writing was Boustrophedon.
3. Harappan script disappeared by 1700 BCE, showing the lack of percolation of the writing of IVC
to other civilizations.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?

A. One only
B. Two only
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer : C
Correct Answer : D
Harappan Script is Pictographic and Logo syllabic (each symbol stood for a word) –
using signs of birds, fish (most repeated), humans, etc. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
Harappan writing was Boustrophedon (right to left and then left to right in alternate
lines). Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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also knew the use of Potter’s wheel with ease. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
Harappans did not use Iron but used Copper, bronze, silver, and gold. Hence, statement
3 is correct.
The number of pure copper artifacts was found in far greater number than alloyed bronze
ones.
Harappans were the first to use silver in the world. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
46. With reference to the Harappan seals, consider the following statements:
1. Harappan seals were made up of Steatite.
2. These were generally square and rectangular seals with carved animal and inscription was
used.
3. Elephant is the most used animal in seals.

A. One only
B. Two only
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer : C
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correct.
It shows the advanced trade relation of Harappan civilization with other parts of India as well as
also with other contemporary civilizations. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
48. Consider the followings:

1. Teak
2. Copper
3. Lead
4. Tin
Which of the above item/s was/were exported from India by Harappan people?
A. 1, 3 and 4 only
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 2 and 3 only
D. All of these
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4. Pottery: Harappan pottery, known for its distinctive shapes and designs, may have been
exported as well. The pottery could have served both utilitarian and decorative purposes.
5. Textiles: The Harappans were skilled weavers, and evidence suggests the production of
cotton and wool textiles. Textiles may have been traded as finished products or as raw
materials.
6. Food Products: It is possible that surplus food, such as grains, was also traded. The well-
planned agricultural practices of the Harappans could have led to surplus production.
The Harappan civilization had trade links with regions as far as Mesopotamia, Afghanistan, and
the Persian Gulf, as indicated by the discovery of Harappan artifacts in these areas.

1. Rakhigarhi was the largest IVC site in India.
2. Recent findings show Rakhigarhi doesn’t have the last phase of IVC.
3. Evidence of domestication of dog was found here.

A. One only
B. Two only
C. All three
D. None
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3. Although not much is known about IVC religion, however, Sumerian civilization had polytheistic
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A. One only
B. Two only
C. All three
D. None
Your Answer : B
Correct Answer : D
Similarities in IVC and Egyptian / Mesopotamian Civilization:
Along river valleys: IVC was along Indus river basin, Sumerian developed between
Tigris and Euphrates river basin while Egyptian civilization developed along Nile
river basin. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
IVC had a large number of shrines of female deities showing women had a certain
degree of independence. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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civilizations had polytheistic religions, consisting of nature worship. Hence,
statement 3 is correct.
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Total Marks : 100.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Chalcolithic Culture in India

low grade bronze

4. Consider the following sites:

How many of the above are the Chalcolithic sites in India?

5. With reference to Ahar Culture, consider the following statements:

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

It was based on dry-farming with stock-raising and hunting-ﬁshing as ancillary

8. With reference to Chalcolithic Age, consider the following statements:

How many of the above statements are correct?

Chalcolithic Age Limitation

How many of the above statements are correct?

11. Valmiki Tiger Reserve is located in which of the following state?

13. Consider the following statements:

14. Consider the following statements:

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

How many of the above options are correct?

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

How many of the above options is/are correct?

How many of the above statements are correct?

Only Statement 1 is correct.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Only Statement 3 is correct.

about 200,000 years ago.

A. Presence of similar housing pattern in both cities

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Shankhalipi or "shell-script" is a term used by scholars to describe ornate spiral Brahmi

32. Consider the following statements regarding Bhimbetka rock shelters.

How many of the above statements are correct?

33. Consider the following pairs:

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

36. Consider the following about the edicts of Ashoka.

37. Consider the followings:

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

modern town planning).

Hence, statement 1 is incorrect but statement 2 is correct.

40. Consider the following statements

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

How many of the above statements are correct?

Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.

Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are incorrect.

Hence, statement 3 is correct.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

48. Consider the followings:

49. Consider the following statements:

How many of the above statements are correct?

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

Similarities in IVC and Egyptian / Mesopotamian Civilization:

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