Indian History Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Which of the following is a site of archaeological importance in Jammu and Kashmir?

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    Maski
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    Burzahom
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    Brahmagiri
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    Watka
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Answer : 2. "Burzahom"
Explanation :

1. The Burzahom archaeological site, near Srinagar, provides evidence of human activities from the Neolithic to the medieval period.

2. Burzahom Archaeological Site is one of the most important archaeological sites in Jammu and Kashmir.

3. The site provides evidence of human activities from the Neolithic to the medieval period.

4. The site was nominated for listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 15 April 2014.

Q:

When did the Harappan civilization flourish?

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    2500 to 1500 BCE
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    500 BCE to 500 CE
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    1000 to 500 BCE
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    2000 to 1000 BCE
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Answer : 1. "2500 to 1500 BCE"
Explanation :

The Harappan civilization, also known as the Indus Valley civilization, flourished around 3300 to 1300 BCE. It was one of the world's earliest urban civilizations, and its remains have been discovered in the modern-day countries of India and Pakistan, as well as Afghanistan and Iran. The civilization was named after the ancient city of Harappa, one of its major centers.

Q:

In which one of the following inscriptions the personal name of Ashoka is found?

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    Rumindei Pillar
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    Bhabru inscription
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    Masky inscription
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    None of these
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Answer : 3. "Masky inscription"

Q:

Who among the following witnessed the reign of seven Sultans of Delhi?

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    Amir Khusarau
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    Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya
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    Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti
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    None of these
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Answer : 1. "Amir Khusarau"

Q:

Identify the name of the traditional folk theatre form of Maharashtra.

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    Nautanki
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    Swang
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    Tamasha
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    Rasleela
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Answer : 3. "Tamasha "

Q:

What was the main occupation of the Vedic people?

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    Agriculture and cattle herding
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    Trade and commerce
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    Metalworking
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    Fishing
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Answer : 1. "Agriculture and cattle herding"
Explanation :

Explanation: Agriculture and cattle herding were the primary occupations of the Vedic people.

Q:

In which year was the partition of Bengal carried out by the British Viceroy Lord Curzon?

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    1905
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    1901
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    1907
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    1911
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Answer : 1. "1905"
Explanation :

Bengal Partition

1. In 1905, Lord Curzon divided the Bengal province of India into two parts.

2. West Bengal was Hindu majority, while East Bengal was Muslim majority.

3. The purpose of this partition was to create a Muslim-majority province in India, but instead, it led to communal tension and strengthening of the Indian national movement.

4. Opposition to the Partition of Bengal was widespread across India, and it was eventually annulled in 1911.

Q:

The capital of the Bahamani Kings was

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    Gulbarga
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    Bijapur
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    Hampi
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    Agra
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Answer : 1. "Gulbarga"

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