PIB Summaries 16 May 2022
CONTENTS GatiShakti Sanchar Portal BRICS National Gallery of Modern Art GatiShakti Sanchar Portal Focus: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Why in News? The Union Minister for Communications, Electronics & IT recently launched the “GatiShakti Sanchar” portal. About GatiShakti Sanchar portal: This will provide a robust mechanism to achieve the goal of “Broadband for All” as envisaged in […]
Static Quiz 16 May 2022 (History)
With reference to medieval India, which one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size?
With reference to medieval India, which one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size?(2021) a) Paragana-Sarkar-Suba b) Sarkar-Paragana-Suba c) Suba-Sarkar-Paragana d) Paragana-Suba-Sarkar Answer : A Using the methods of Sher Shah, Akbar organized his empire into administrative units independently of existing local usage. Groups of villages formed parganas, […]
Which one of the following statements is correct?
Which one of the following statements is correct?(2021) a) Ajanta Caves lie in the gorge of Waghora river. b) Sanchi Stupa lies in the gorge of Chambal river. c) Pandu-lena Cave Shrines lie in the gorge of Narmada River. d) Amaravati Stupa lies in the gorge of Godavari river. Answer : A The spectacular Buddhist […]
Which one of the following ancient towns is well-known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management by building a series of dams and channelizing water into connected reservoirs?
Which one of the following ancient towns is well-known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management by building a series of dams and channelizing water into connected reservoirs?(2021) a) Dholavira b) Kalibangan c) Rakhigarhi d) Ropar Answer: A Dholavira: The site contains ruins of an ancient IVC/Harappan city. It comprises two parts: a […]
From the decline of Guptas until the rise of Harshavardhana in the early seventh century, which of the following kingdoms were holding power in Northern India?
From the decline of Guptas until the rise of Harshavardhana in the early seventh century, which of the following kingdoms were holding power in Northern India? 1. The Guptas of Magadha 2. The Paramaras of Malwa 3. The Pushyabutis of Thanesar 4. The Maukharis of Kanauj 5. The Yadavas of Devagiri 6. The Maitrakas of […]
Historical Place : Well-known for
Historical place : Well-known for 1. Burzahom : Rock-cut shrines 2. Chandra-ketugargh : Terracotta art 3. Ganeshwar : Copper artefacts Which of the pairs given above is correctly matched?(2021) a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 c) 3 only d) 2 and 3 Answer: D The Ganeshwar–Jodhpura culture was located in the north-eastern part of […]
With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Mitakshara was the civil law for upper castes and Dayabhaga was the civil law for lower castes. 2. In the Mitakshara system, the sons can claim the right to the property during the lifetime of the father whereas, in […]
Consider the following events in the history of India:
Consider the following events in the history of India: 1.Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja 2.Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman – I 3.Establishment of Chola Parantaka I 4.Pala dynasty founded by Gopala What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest time ?(2020) a) 2-1-4-3 b) 3-1-4-2 c) 2 […]
Which of the following phrases defines the nature of the ‘Hundi’ generally referred to in the sources of the post-Harsha period?
Which of the following phrases defines the nature of the ‘Hundi’ generally referred to in the sources of the post-Harsha period?(2020) a) An advisory issued by the king to his subordinates b) A diary to be maintained for daily accounts c) A bill of exchange d) An order from the feudal lord to his subordinates […]