GYANKIT MINI MOCK TEST SERIES 2018- C-1

GYANKIT MINI MOCK TEST SERIES 2018- C-1(Explanation below)

Q1) Consider the following statements regarding the prehistoric paintings in India: 1. Mesolithic paintings depict scenes of people hunting in group. 2. Chalcolithic Paintings reveal the presence of settled agricultural communities. 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

Q2) Which of the following statements regarding the Mauryan age are correct? 1. Establishment of a well-organised state machinery for the first time. 2. Abundance of Northern Black Polished Ware. 3. Phase of rapid urbanisation. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only

Q3) With reference to jizyah, consider the following statements: 1. It was a pilgrimage tax levied on non-muslims under Sultanate rule. 2. It was collected through special officers called barids. 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

Q4) With reference to the spread of Tantricism in 6th century A.D, consider the following statements: 1. It laid great stress on magic rituals. 2. It intended to satisfy the materialistic desires of people. 3. It admitted women and shudras into its ranks. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q5) With reference to art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest? (a) Rock-cut caves at Udaygiri (b) Port-city of Lothal (c) Stupa at Sanchi (d) Shore temple at Mahabalipuram

Q6) With reference to Samkhya school of philosophy, consider the following statements: 1. It does not recognize the existence of God. 2. It believes in liberation of soul through self-knowledge. 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

Q7) Consider the following pairs: Post Vedic ritual literature : Deals with 1. Srautasutras : Public sacrifices meant for prince and three higher varnas. 2. Grihyasutras : Domestic rituals connected with birth, marriage and funerals. 3. Sulvasutras : Measurements for the construction of sacrificial altars. Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q8) Consider the following features regarding Buddha's sculpture: 1. Curly Hair 2. Elongated Ears 3. Protruding eyeballs The above features describes which of the following school of art? (a) Mathura school (b) Amravati school (c) Gandhara school (d) Sarnath school

Q9) Consider the following pairs: Paintings : Site 1. Mara Vijaya : Ajanta 2. Padampani Bodhisattva : Ellora 3. Kiratarjuniya : Lepakshi Which of the statements given above is/are correctly matched? (a) 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only

Q10) Consider the following statements regarding Dashavatar theatre form: 1. It is performed in Goa and Konkan region. 2. The performers personify the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu. 3. The performers wear wooden masks. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q11) Anda, harmika, chhatri are parts of which of the following architectural forms? (a) Buddhist stupa (b) Prehistoric rock-cut caves (c) Dravidian Temple (d) Indo-Islamic tomb

Q12) With reference to Ashoka's policy of Dhamma, consider the following statements: 1. It propagated religious toleration. 2. It aimed to strengthen the institution of family. 3. It called for a ban on animal sacrifice. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q13) Which of the following is/are common characteristics of Ajanta and Ellora caves ? 1. They both are rock cut caves. 2. They both have chaityas. 3. They both are dedicated to Buddhism only. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q14) Which among the following were the reasons for invasion of Gujarat by Delhi Sultans during 13th century? 1. Control of ports 2. Fertile land tracts 3. Control of supply of horses Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q15) With reference to Ramanuja, a famous Bhakti saint, consider the following statements: 1. He preached that for salvation grace of god was more important than knowledge about him. 2. He tried to link Bhakti with the tradition of Vedas. 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

Q16) Which of the following statements regarding Jainism is not correct? (a) It condemned the varna system. (b) It adopted Prakrit language to preach Jaina doctrines. (c) It believed in austere way of life. (d) It did not receive much state patronage as compared to Buddhism.

Q17) Consider the following pairs: Empire : Founder 1. Rashtrakuta : Vijayalaya 2. Chola : Dantidurga 3. Pala : Gopala Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 3 only (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1 only

Q18) With reference to the medieval history of India, Khuts and Muqaddams refer to (a) Landlords (b) Army Chiefs (c) Council of ministers (d) Tax officials

Q19) With reference to the people of Chalcolithic culture, consider the following statements: 1. They lived in houses made up of mud bricks. 2. They domesticated horses. 3. They were aware of cotton cultivation. Which of the statement given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only

Q20) Which of the following dynasties were contemporaries? 1. Satavahanas 2. Mauryas 3. Shakas Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only

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