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IAS MANI - All India Prelims Mock Test 10

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1. Which of the following Stone age sites are matched correctly with the places and its states,

1. Burzahom - Kashmir 2. Brahmagiri - Karnataka 3. Paiyambali - Tamilnadu 4. Daojalihading - Assam

Choose the correct pairs which are correctly matched?

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only (c) 2,3,4 (d) All the above

2. Consider the following statements

1. Neolithic Age is characterized by the use of polished stone tools and the beginning of cultivation of crops and an important invention was making of wheels and discovery of fire.

2. Chalcolithic age people used copper and bronze to make a range of utilitarian tools and practiced jhum cultivation

Select the correct answer

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

3. Consider the following statements regarding River SARASWATHI,

1. The most of the Indus valley civilization settlements were located in valley of saraswathi river.

2. The saraswathi river is flowing today in Eastern Pakistan.

3. The river Saraswathi was known as the name of Ghagger in punjab and Chakra in Baluchistan region.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1,2,3 (d) 1 and 3

4. Consider the following

1. R D Bannerjee - ,Mohanjadaro 2. Daya Ram Shani - Harappa 3. N G Majumdar - Amri 4. S R Rao - Lothal

Arrange the above chronologically for the excavators found the sites?

(a) 2 1 3 4 (b) 1 2 3 4 (c) 4 3 2 1 (d) 2 1 4 3


1. In Harappan there was the clear political organization

2. Have been found the temples and having identification of religious activities

3. The Harappa was ruled by the priests 4. Harappans was very experienced in using

weapons.

which of the above statements are Incorrect?

(a) 1,2,4 (b) 2,3 only (c) 1,2 3, (d) All the above

6. Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization people’s life,

1. Indus valley people’s trade was based on barter system

2. Indigo was exported to Egypt


3. Use of Mesopotamian cosmetic products by

the Harrapan 4. Coffin made burials have been a foreign

phenomenon which were found in Harappa and Mesopotamian


(a) 1 only (b) 2,3 only (c) 1,2 3 (d) All the above

7. Choose the correct answer

1. Vedic polity was a tribal polity, kula (family) was the basis of both social and political organization

2. The kings (gapajanasya) position was hereditary

3. Several tribal Assemblies called vidhata, sabha, samiti emerged and they exercised military and religious functions

4. Women’s were attended them Occasionally

Choose the INCORRECT statements

(a) 2 and 4 only (b) 2 only (c) 4 only (d) None of the above

8. Consider the following regarding Painted Gray Ware(PGW)

1. It has a smooth surface and is gray to ash gray in colour

2. The pottery is painted in black and also painted sometimes in deep chocolate colour on outer and inner both sides

3. The PGW has 42 designs, bowls and dishes being the most common type

Choose the correct sentences

(a) 1 , 2 only

(b) 2 only (c) 1,2,3 (d) None of the above

9 . Match the following correctly

Indian schools of philosophy

- Authers

A. Nyaya 1. maharishi patanjali

B. Yoga 2. Gautama

C. Uttramimansa 3. Kapila

D. Samkhya 4. maharishi Vyasa

Choose the correct answer

A B C D

(a) 2 1 4 3 (b) 2 3 4 1 (c) 3 2 4 1 (d) 1 2 3 4

10. Which of the following is/are the literary sources of the 16 Mahajanapadas

1. Buddhist AnguttaraNikaya( a part of sutta pitaka)

2. kawdilyasArthasastra 3. Jaina text bhagavati sutra

Choose the correct answer.

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only

11. Match the following ancient kingdoms with their Capitals


1. Avanti - A. SouthernCapital-

Mahishmathi, Northern Capital- Ujjain

2. Panchala - B. Kampilya 3. Vasta - C. Kausambi 4. Kasi - D. Varanasi

Choose the correct answer

1 2 3 4

(a) A B C D (b) D C B A (c) A C D B (d) C B A D

12.Consider the following statements regarding pre Mauryan period

1. Cattle rearing was no longer the primary occupation and was replaced by agriculture

2. Iron played a crucial role in opening the rain fed forests to clearance, cultivation and settlement

3. This period saw the first urbanization in India towns had come into existence as center of industry and trade

Choose the correct statement(s)

(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) All the above

13. Consider the following statements,

1. Jainism rejected the Vedas and the Vedic rituals bot not Buddhism

2. Buddhism and Jainism, they both are did not believe in existence of God

3. They both are believe in karma and the transmigration of soul

Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 (c) 2 only (d) All the above

14. Which of the following terms are correctly matched with the meaning which was followed by Jainism

1. POSADHA - Fasting by a jaina members on full moon and new moon day

2. AJNANAVADA - The jain doctrine of agnosticism or skepticism

3. MAHAVRATAS - Fire principles observed by jain monks

Choose the correct answer?

(a) None of the above (b) All the above (c) 1 only (d) 2 and 3

15. Choose the correct option given bellow which is discussion between Menander and Buddhist Monk Nagasena

(a) Sutta pitaka (b) Vinaya pitaka (c) Jataka (d) Milindopanho

16. Buddhist Universities and its founders

1. Nalandha - kumaragupta 2. Vikramashila - Dharma pala 3. Jagadal - Rama pala 4. Odantpuri - Gopala

Which of the above is NOT correctly matched?

(a) 2 and 3 (b) 1 only (c) All the above (d) None of the above


17. Consider the following about Ashoka’s edicts

1. The first Ashokan edict was discovered by James prince in AD 1837 (Delhi – Meerut pillar)

2. Most of the inscriptions are composed in Brahmi script and Prakrit language

3. The Ashokan pillar at Allahabad contains complete set of seven edicts is found at only one place Topra

4. The 7th pillar edict is the last edict to be not issued by Ashoka

Choose the correct options

(a) All the above (b) 3 and 4 (c) 2 and 4 (d) 1 , 2 ,3

18. Who was the ambassador of SelucusNikator in the court of Chandra Gupta Mauriya?

(a) Megasthenes (b) Itsing (c) Fahian (d) Barbosa

19. The word ‘sangam’ofsangam age was closely associated with which of the following?

(a) Crowd (b) Assembly (c) Influence (d) source

20. In sangam age the book BHARATHAM was written by

(a) Perundevanar (b) Manimekalai (c) SeethalaiSathnar (d) Tiruttakadeva

21. which of the following were the contemporaries of KANISHKA

(a) kamban, Banabhatta ,Asvaghosha (b) Nagarjuna ,Asvaghosa , vasumitra (c) Ashvagosha ,kalidassa , Nagarjuna (d) Ashvagosha ,kamban

22. Match the following

Dynasty kingdom

1. Chalukya A) Vengi 2. Pallavas B) Kanchipuram 3. Pandyas C) Badami 4. Satavahana D) Madurai

1 2 3 4

(a) C B D A (b) A B D C (c) C B A D (d) A B C D

23. Which of the following is not correctly matched

(a) Rudradaman 1 - Shaka Ruler (b) Gondophernes - Parthian King (c) Kanishka - Kushan Ruler (d) Kadphisis - Indo – Greek ruler

24 . The Gold coins during Gupta period were called

(a) Rupaka (b) Niska (c) Tanka (d) Pana

25. The Gupta ruler who Repaired Sudarsana lake for the second time

(a) Skanda gupta (b) Rama gupta (c) Samudra gupta (d) Vishnu Gupta


26. Consider the following statements regarding Harappan Civilization

1. The Harappan men and women decorated themselves with large varieties of ornaments made up of precious stones to bone, baked clay.

2. Harappan peoples practiced spinning of cotton and wool.

3. Bronze statues were made using Bronze casting using the last wax technique.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?

(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1, 2, 3 (c) 2 and 3 (d) None of the above

27. The painting evolved a pictorial language and adopted certain stylistic elements from Nayaka or Vijayanagara School of painting. The mature phase of this painting style is found in Vadakkunathan temple, Tripayar Sri Rama temple. Identify the school style of painting?

(a) Vijayanagara Mural painting (b) Ajanta Mural painting (c) Kerala Mural painting (d) Chola Mural painting

28. Match the following pairs

1. Jagannath temple A. Odisha 2. Brihadeeshwaratempl B. Maharashtra 3. Kailashnath temple C. Bihar 4. Nalanda University D. Tamil Nadu


1 2 3 4

(a) A D B C (b) A B C D (c) B D A C (d) C D B A

29. Panchayatana refers to which of the following?

(a) Stories or Drama (b) Temple (c) Sculpture techniques (d) Painting

30. Consider the following statements regarding puppetry,

1. String puppets having joined limbs controlled by rods from below which allow far more greater flexibility and these are the most articulate of the puppets.

2. PutalNach and Kathputli form of puppetry in famous in Maharashtra.


(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2


1. Carnatic music emphasis mainly on vocal music and it is associated mainly with the southern part of Indian Sub-continent.

2. Hindustani style of music is found through out the Northern India and its tradition dates back to the ancient Samaveda, which deals with the norms for chanting of hymns such as the Rigveda.



32. Match the following

1. Jhoomar A. Punjab 2. Saami B. Andhra Pradesh


3. Gobbi C. Odisha 4. Gair D. Rajasthan


1 2 3 4

(a) D B A C (b) D A C B (c) D C A B (d) C A B D

33. The type of folk theater form of Kerala come into existence in the middle of the 17th century AD under the patronge of the Manarada of Calicut. It is a cycle for eight plays performed for eight consecutive days presenting the story of god.

(a) Thaijay (b) Krishnattau (c) Koodiyattau (d) Mudiyettu

34. Consider the following,

1. Knowledge of feelings – Bhavan 2. Knowledge of similitude – Lavanya 3. Knowledge of measure of structure –

Pramanam 4. Knowledge of appearance – Rupabheda

Choose the correctly matched pair?

(a) 1, 2, 3 (b) 2, 3, 4 (c) 1, 3, 4 (d) 1, 2, 4

35. Consider the following statements about Thang Ta,

1. It is the painting techniques of Meities Tribe of Manipur.

2. Thang Ta is also used during war dance and had cultural similarity and geographical proximity with Myanmar’s arts.



36. The Martial art is a South Asian form of boxing. It is famous in Varanasi Surroundings. In the fighter wears an iron ring on one hand although it is no longer used for fighting. Identify the Martial art?

(a) MujtiYudha (b) MallaYudha (c) Phelwani (d) Mardhani Khel

37. Match the following pairs,

1. Rani-Ki-Var A. Bharatpur 2. Jantar Mantar B. Bodh Gaya 3. Mahabodhi Temple complex C. Jaipur 4. Keoladeo National Park D.

Patna


1 2 3 4

(a) D C B A (b) A B C D (c) D B C A (d) C B D A

38. Consider the following statement about Indian Philosophy,

1. Nyaya Philosophy founded by Gautama states that a person can attain salvation through the science of logical reasoning and knowledge.

2. Mimamsa Philosophy is founded by Jaimini state that it is the art of reasoning and interpretation but reasoning was used to provide justification. It also recommends Vedic sacrifice for attaining salvation.




39. Which of the followings comes under the Eightfold Path of Buddhism,

1. Right Action 2. Right Effort 3. Right View 4. Right Occupation 5. Right Speech 6. Right Aspiration


(a) 1, 2, 5, 6 (b) 1, 3, 5, 6 (c) All the above (d) 1, 2, 3 ,5, 6

40. With reference to the history of Ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?

1. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoinment.

2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas. 3. Denial of efficacy of rituals.

Select the correct answer,

(a) Only 1 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) None of the above


1. The 19th round of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Trade Negotiating Committee (TNC) meeting held in Hyderabad, Telangana.

2. RCEP negotiations were formally launched at 2012 ASEAN Summit in Cambodia.

3. RCEP is viewed as an alternative to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).

4. RCEP is a proposed comprehensive regional economic integration agreement amongst the 10-ASEAN countries and its four Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) partners, viz. New Zealand, India, China and Japan.

Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1, 2, 4 (b) 1, 2, 3 (c) 2, 3, 4 (d) 1, 3, 4

42. Consider the following statements regarding e-RaKAM,

1. e-RaKAM is a first of its kind initiative that leverages technology to connect farmers from the smallest villages to the biggest markets of the world through internet.

2. It has been developed by state run-auctioneer MSTC Limited and CRWC (Central Railside Warehouse Company) Limited.

Which of the above statemen(s) is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2


1. NISAR will be the second radar imaging satellite to use dual frequency.

2. It is a dual frequency (L & S Band) Radar Imaging Satellite.

3. This satellite will be launched into a Sun-synchronous dawn to dusk orbit.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) Only 2 (b) 1 and 2 (c) 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 3


1. Rubella disease is commonly known as German Measles or three-day measles.


2. Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS) is

characterized by congenital anomalies in the foetus and new born affecting the cataract, glaucoma, microcephaly, mental retardation, hearing loss and heart defects.

3. MR (measles-rubella) vaccination campaign which comes under the universal immunisationprogramme (UIP) and gives the vaccine to the age group of 9 months to less than 14 years.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) All the above

45. Consider the following

1. Arunachal Pradesh 2. Assam 3. Manipur 4. Meghalaya 5. Mizoram 6. Nagaland 7. Jammu and Kashmir 8. Tripura

Which of the above states comes under the influence of AFSPA?

(a) 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 (b) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 (c) All the above (d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7


1. Kyoto protocol is based on principle of equity and Common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities.

2. The Doha Amendment for 2013-2022 period was adopted in 2012, which is called the second commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

47. Consider the following regarding Aajeevika Grameen Express Yojana (AGEY),

1. AGEY will help to provide safe, affordable and community monitored rural transport services to connect remote villages with key services and amenities such as access to markets, education and health for the overall economic development of backward rural areas.

2. It is a sub-scheme under DAY – National Rural Livelihoods Mission.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

48. Indra tri-services exercise has primarily focus on achieving coordination between forces of the two countries in a tri- services integrated theatre command scenario. Which is held between India and?

(a) Russia (b) Indonesia (c) Myanmar (d) Nepal


1. The observer countries of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium are China, Japan, Sudan and France.

2. Indian Ocean Naval Symposium is a voluntary initiative that seeks to increase maritime co-operation among navies of the littoral states of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) None of the above

50. Consider the following regarding Madhyamik and Uchchtar Shiksha Kosh (MUSK),

1. It will proceed of secondary and higher education cess will be credited and utilised for the government’s schemes in education sector.


2. It will be administered and maintained by

the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

51. Malpelo Plate is situated in?

(a) Eastern Pacific Ocean (b) Western Pacific Ocean (c) Eastern Atlantic Ocean (d) Northern Atlantic Ocean


1. Black Carbon is a result of the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels, biofuels, and biomass.

2. Black Carbon is emitted directly into the atmosphere in the form of fine particles (PM10).

3. Kigali agreement is to phase out Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), a family of potent greenhouse gases by the late 2040s, It will be binding on countries from 2019.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 (c) 1 and 3 (d) Only 3


1. NABARD has been appointed as National Implementing Entity (NIE) responsible for implementation of adaptation projects under the NAFCC.

2. Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve is the first marine biosphere reserve in Asia, which has been funded by NAFCC of the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change to protect and restore a sinking Vaan Island, by deploying artificial reefs near the island.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2 54. consider the following regarding SwasthBachche, Swasth Bharat Programme,

1. Its main objective is to make students, teachers and parents aware about the importance of good health and fitness and encouraging 60 minutes of play each day.

2. The programme is an initiative of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS).

3. It was launched by Union HRD Ministry. Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?

(a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 2 only (d) None of the above

55. Consider the following statements with regard to Indus Valley Civilization:

1. It belongs to the Iron age. 2. Elephants were not domesticated by

the Indus people. 3. Cotton was used for manufacturing textiles.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

56.Which of the following is Constructive Gandhian programmes?

1. Khadi programme 2. Village reconstruction 3. Harijan welfare 4. Hindu-Muslim unity programme

Which of the statements given above is /are correct? (a) Only 4 (b) 1 and 4 (c) All the above (d) None of the above

57.Northern Black Polished Ware coincided with the rise of

(a) Harappan Civilization (b) Rigvedic Age (c) Mahajanpada Age (d) Sultanate age


58.With reference to the famous 'Chhau dance', consider the following statements :

1. It is a combination of music, dance and Martial arts.

2. It is a traditional dance form of southern Nilgiris.

3. It is accompanied by the musical instruments like Mahuri and Dhola.

Which of the statements given above is /are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

59.Consider the following statements regarding Gandhara school of art :

1. It was influenced by Greco-Roman tradition. 2. It was patronized by the Satvahana rulers. 3. Yogi posture of Buddha was a prominent

sculpture of the school. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

60."Bhim Yatra" ,some times seen in news, is related to which of the following?

(a) a tourist circuit under Swadesh Darshan scheme.

(b) a movement against manual scavenging. (c) a Hindu spiritual movement. (d) a movement to encourage wrestling

61.The technique of mural painting executed upon freshly laid lime plaster is known as

(a) Fresco (b) Gouache (c) Tempera (d) Cubism

62.Ramananda, Kabir and Nanak

1. We’re not linked with any particular religious creed

2. Did not believe in rituals and ceremonies 3. Condemned monotheism and believed in

multiple Gods

4. Denounced all forms of idolatry Select the correct answer using the codes below.

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 3 only

63.With reference to Ancient Southern India, Tolkappiyam refers to the five-fold division of lands. Consider the following matches with their description.

1. Kurinji: Desert 2. Mullai: Pastoral 3. Neydal: Agricultural 4. Marudam: Hilly tracks 5. Palai: Coastal

Select the correct matches using the codes below. (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

64.Vesara style of temple architecture is a combination of northern and southern style, in this context consider the following statements:

1. This style of temple architecture originated during the time of Vijaynagara empire.

2. Hoysaleshvara temple of halebid in Karnataka is an example of Vesara style.

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

65.Consider the following statements with regard to Mughal rule:

(a) Mughals believed in the rule of primogeniture, where the eldest son inherited his father’s estate.

(b) They followed the custom of coparcenary inheritance or a division of the inheritance amongst all the sons.

(c) They allowed daughters to have equal inheritance rights along with sons.

(d) None of the above


66.Consider the following : The arrival of Babur into India led to the

1. introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent 2. introduction of the arch and dome in the region's architecture 3. establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region

Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 (b) 3only (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1,2 and 3

67.Who among the following Indian rulers established embassies in foreign countries on modern lines ?

(a) Haider Ali (b) Mir Qasim (c) Shah Alam II (d) TipuSultn

68.Which of the following statements regarding Balban is/are correct?

1. He started to include Indian muslims to top positions of power and authority instead of Turkish nobility.

2. He introduced the sijada and paibos to show that nobles were not his equals.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2

69.Consider the following pairs: Traveler Kingdom they visited

1. Marco Polo : Mughal empire 2. Ibn Battuta : Delhi Sultanate 3. Abd al-Razzaq : Vijayanagar kingdom

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?


70.Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of the Afghan rulers to the throne of Delhi? (a) Bahlol Khan Lodi-Sikandar Shah-IbrahimLodi

(b) Sikandar Shah-Ibrahim Lodi - Bahlol Khan Lodi (c) Bahlol Khan Lodi-Ibrahim Lodi - Sikandar Shah (d) Sikandar Shah-Bahlol Khan Lodi-Ibrahim Lodi

71.Which of these systems were popularly introduced by AlauddinKhalji?

1. Branding of horses 2. Maintaining a descriptive list of soldiers 3. Paying army in kind rather than cash 4. Market based pricing for all products

Select the correct answer using the codes below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 3 only

72.With reference to the Vijayanagar kingdom, consider the following statements:

1. It was established by Krishnadeva Raya. 2. The Vijayanagara kings claimed to rule on

behalf of the god Virupaksha. 3. The kingdom declined after the

Mughal army sacked the city of Hampi. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?


73.With reference to medieval Indian rulers, which one of the following statements (a) AlauddinKhalji first set up a separate ariz's department(b) Balban introduced the branding system of horses of military(c) Muhammad bin Tughlaq was succeeded by his uncle to the Delhi throne(d) Firuz Tughlaq set up a separate department of slaves

74.Which of these justify the robust and benevolent system of administration that Cholas had?1. Chola kings undertook royal tours to increase the efficiency of the administration.2. All legal professions were exempt from tax liabilities.3. All lands were carefully surveyed and classified for assessment of revenue.4. During the hard times, there were remission of taxes.

Select the correct answer using the codes below. (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2 and 4 only


75. A sweet banana species with orange pulp named as Musa indandamanensis has been discovered in Andamans. It was discovered by team of scientists from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) from a remote Krishna Nalah forest on the Little Andaman islands. Which is what type of forest?

(a) Equatorial rain forest (b) Tropical deciduous forest (c) Tropical rain forest (d) Equatorial dry deciduous forest

76. Which of the following is a state animal of Chandigarh?

(a) Indian grey mongoose (b) Gaur (c) Blackbuck (d) None of the above


1. South Button National Park is part of the Rani Jhansi Marine National Park.

2. Saddle Peak National Park which is in Andaman and Nicobar Islands is Wet Evergreen Forest.



78. 10 Degree Chanel which separates?

(a) Little Andaman and Car Nicobar (b) South Andaman and Little Andaman (c) Car Nicobar and rest of the Nicobar (d) Little Nicobar and Greater Nicobar

79. Dadra and Nagar Haveli is located in which two states?

(a) Gujarat and Rajasthan (b) Gujarat and Maharashtra (c) Goa and Maharashtra (d) Kerala and Goa

80. With reference to the Ancient India, consider the following statements:

1. The earliest cities were flourished on the banks of Ganga and its tributaries.

2. Magadha was the big kingdom situated to the south of Ganga.

3. Birch was used for writing manuscript. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 (b) Only 3 (c) 2 and 3 (d) All

81. With reference to 'Irrigation and Technology' in the agrarian society during medieval India, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?

1. The abundance of land, available labour and the mobility of peasants were three factors that accounted for the constant expansion of agriculture.

2. Basic staples such as rice, wheat or millets were the most frequently cultivated crops.

3. Areas which received 40 inches or more of rainfall a year were generally wheat producing zones.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) Only 3 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3

82. Consider the following statements with reference to Chalukyas administration:

1. The Chalukya administration was decentralized, but village autonomy was absent.

2. The Chalukya had great standing army but due to weak maritime security they always invaded by enemy.


3. The Chalukya developed the vesara style in

the building of structural temples. 4. Cave temple architecture was famous under

the Chalukyas. Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1, 2 and 4 (c) 3 and 4 (d) All

83. Consider the following statements related to the land administrative system during Mughals:

1. The Milkiyat lands were cultivated for the private use of 'muqaddam or mandal', often with the help of mixed-caste villages.

2. Diwan-i-tan was responsible for supervising the fiscal system and to collect revenue from the land.

Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both (d) None

84.Vatsa state was known for its legendary king Udayana. Which of the following drama is/are related with Udayana?

1. Swapna Vasavadatta 2. Ratnavali 3. Malvikamignimitra 4. Meghdoota

Select the correct answer from below codes: (a) 1 and 3 (b) 3 and 4 (c) Only 1 (d) 1 and 2

85. Consider the following statements: 1. Mesolithic Period: Grasslands developed

due to climate change. 2. Neolithic Period: Polished tools with sharp

edge were used. 3. Palaeolithic period: Tools such as handaxes,

cleavers and choppers were used. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 (b) 1 and 3 (c) All (d) None

86. Consider the following statements Persian Language:

1. Persian was introduced in India with the arrival of Turks.

2. Turks adopted Persian as a language of literature and administration in the country.

3. Delhi emerged as the first centre for the cultivation of the Persian language.

4. The most notable writer of Persian language was Amir Khusrau, who was born in India.

Which of the above given statements are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 3 and 4 (d) 2 and 4

87. With reference to ancient period consider the following statements:

1. The Sungas promoted the Sanskrit language. 2. The Satavahanas patronized Telugu

language. 3. Kanishka embraced Jainism in the early part

of his reign. 4. The famous physician of ancient India

Charaka was patronized by Pushyamitra I. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) None

88. Consider the following statements related to the Mughal Administration:

1. The Mughals did not believe in the rule of primogeniture, where the eldest son inherited his father's estate.

2. Mansabdars received their salaries as revenue assignments called 'sairjihat'.

3. Akbar had introduced the Dahasala system of land revenue collection.

Which of the above statements is/are 'incorrect'? (a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 (c) Only 2 (d) 1, 2 and 3


89. Consider the following statements with respect to the Ashoka:

1. Ashoka was converted to Buddhism as a result of the Kalinga war.

2. The first Buddhist council was convened by the Ashoka and missionaries were sent to various places.

Which among the above given statements is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both (d) None

90. Which of the following foreign kingdoms brought Kharoshthi script in India?

(a) Achaemenian rulers of Iran (b) Alexander of Macedonia (c) Turks (d) Bacterian Greeks

91. The Vijayanagara empire was located in the natural basin formed by which of the following river?

(a) Tungabhadra River (b) Vaigai River (c) Kabini River (d) Mettur River

92. During Mughal Administration, which of the following were the chief functions of the SadrusSudur?

1. To act as the religious adviser to the emperor.

2. To distribute allowances and stipends to the religious institutions and eligible persons.

3. To post news-writers and spies in all important places in the province.

Codes: (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) All

93. Which of the following pairs of scientists and their work are correctly matched?

1. Aryabhata: discovered causes of lunar and solar eclipses.

2. Varahamihira: stated moon rotates around the earth.

3. Apastamba: described acute, obtuse and right angle.


94. Consider the following statements about Vesara style of temple architecture:

1. Vesara style contains elements of both Dravida and Nagara styles.

2. It is also called the Chalukyan or Deccan style of temple architecture.

3. The Hoysala temples are best examples of this style.

Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) All

95. Which of the following are the major features of pre-historic rock paintings found in India?

1. These paintings can be divided into three categories: man, animal and geometric patterns.

2. A long-snouted animal, a fox and a multiple legged lizard were the main animal motifs.

3. No superimposition of paintings over the pre-historic rock paintings is found in India.


96. Which of the following statements about Third Buddhist Council is/are true?

1. It was presided over by the elder MoggaliputtaTissa.

2. The AbhidhammaPitaka was established in this Council.

3. One of the most significant achievements was the sending forth of monks to teach Dhamma in nine different countries.


Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) Only 1 & 2 (b) Only 1 & 3 (c) Only 2 & 3 (d) All of the above

97. Consider the following statements about Nalanda University:

1. It is an international institution of academic excellence.

2. Thailand has committed to the establishment of the Nalanda University Library.

3. Members of East Asia Summit (EAS)are signatories to the MoU with India on the establishment of Nalanda University.

Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) 1 and 3 (c) 1 and 2 (d) All

98. Which of the following statements is/are correct about architecture of "Harappan Civilization"?

1. Residential buildings were located in the lower town.

2. A distinct feature of houses were presence of double storey marked with absence of "Courtyard".

3. Privacy was of the highest concern, while building house.

4. Every house has it's own bathroom and drainage link.

Codes: (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 3 and 4 (c) 1 and 4 (d) All

99. Mughal Empire declined because of which of the following reasons?

1. Akbar’s tolerant policy towards Hindu rulers 2. Revolts by provincial governors of

Awadh,Bengal&Carnatic 3. Aurangzeb’s military campaign into Deccan 4. Issues related with MansabdariJagirdari

allotment Codes:

(a) All are true

(b) Only 2 (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1,3 and 4

100. Alauddinkhalji captured the delhi throne after seciring fabulous wealth from:

(a) Chanderi (b) Gujrat (c) Madurai (d) Devagiri

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