Static Quiz 30 May 2025 (Ancient History)
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Static Quiz 30 May 2025 (Ancient History) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which of the following Vedic texts contains the earliest reference to the concept of ‘Purusha Sukta’?
CorrectAnswer: (d)
Explanation:
The Purusha Sukta is found in the 10th Mandala of the Rig Veda. It explains the cosmic being (Purusha) whose sacrifice by the gods created all life, society (varna system), and the universe. It is one of the earliest philosophical hymns in the Vedas.
• Atharva Veda deals more with magical spells and rituals.
• Sama Veda is mostly composed of chants from the Rig Veda.
• Yajur Veda primarily focuses on rituals.IncorrectAnswer: (d)
Explanation:
The Purusha Sukta is found in the 10th Mandala of the Rig Veda. It explains the cosmic being (Purusha) whose sacrifice by the gods created all life, society (varna system), and the universe. It is one of the earliest philosophical hymns in the Vedas.
• Atharva Veda deals more with magical spells and rituals.
• Sama Veda is mostly composed of chants from the Rig Veda.
• Yajur Veda primarily focuses on rituals. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following pairs:
Ancient Site – Present Location
1. Chandraketugarh – West Bengal
2. Sisupalgarh – Odisha
3. Atranjikhera – Gujarat
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?CorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• Chandraketugarh is an important archaeological site in West Bengal, linked with the Mauryan and Sunga periods.
• Sisupalgarh is a fortified city in modern-day Odisha, near Bhubaneswar.
• Atranjikhera is located in Uttar Pradesh, not Gujarat, and is associated with PGW and NBPW cultures.IncorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• Chandraketugarh is an important archaeological site in West Bengal, linked with the Mauryan and Sunga periods.
• Sisupalgarh is a fortified city in modern-day Odisha, near Bhubaneswar.
• Atranjikhera is located in Uttar Pradesh, not Gujarat, and is associated with PGW and NBPW cultures. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following is not correctly matched regarding the Sangam literature?
CorrectAnswer: (d)
Explanation:
• Option (d) is incorrect: Silappadikaram was authored by Ilango Adigal himself, not his disciple.
• Tolkappiyam is the oldest Tamil grammar text.
• Ettuthokai (Eight Anthologies) and Pattuppattu (Ten Idylls) are parts of Sangam literature.IncorrectAnswer: (d)
Explanation:
• Option (d) is incorrect: Silappadikaram was authored by Ilango Adigal himself, not his disciple.
• Tolkappiyam is the oldest Tamil grammar text.
• Ettuthokai (Eight Anthologies) and Pattuppattu (Ten Idylls) are parts of Sangam literature. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to ancient Indian education, consider the following statements:
1. Nalanda University received patronage from Harshavardhana.
2. Takshashila University was associated with Buddhist teachings.
3. Vikramashila was established by Kumaragupta I.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Harshavardhana patronized Nalanda, where Hsuan Tsang studied.
• Statement 2 is correct: Takshashila was an early center of learning and attracted Buddhist scholars like Panini and Kautilya.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Vikramashila was established by Dharampala, not Kumaragupta I.IncorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Harshavardhana patronized Nalanda, where Hsuan Tsang studied.
• Statement 2 is correct: Takshashila was an early center of learning and attracted Buddhist scholars like Panini and Kautilya.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Vikramashila was established by Dharampala, not Kumaragupta I. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
In the context of early Indian art and architecture, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Chaitya halls were primarily used for congregational worship by the Buddhists.
2. Stupas typically contained relics of the Buddha or Buddhist monks.
3. The Ajanta caves contain examples of both Hinayana and Mahayana art traditions.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectAnswer: (d)
Explanation:
• All three statements are correct:
◦ Chaityas were prayer halls with stupa inside, used for congregational worship.
◦ Stupas housed relics and were central to early Buddhist practice.
◦ Ajanta caves (2nd century BCE to 6th century CE) show transition from Hinayana (no images of Buddha) to Mahayana (iconic images of Buddha) art.IncorrectAnswer: (d)
Explanation:
• All three statements are correct:
◦ Chaityas were prayer halls with stupa inside, used for congregational worship.
◦ Stupas housed relics and were central to early Buddhist practice.
◦ Ajanta caves (2nd century BCE to 6th century CE) show transition from Hinayana (no images of Buddha) to Mahayana (iconic images of Buddha) art.
