Q10: In the context of medieval India, what is "Abwab"?
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26%
(a) A type of irrigation tax
46%
(b) Unauthorized cesses collected in addition to land revenue
15%
(c) A military grant to commanders
13%
(d) A type of jagir land grant
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Score Check ✅
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13%
9-10 Correct
35%
7-8 Correct
30%
5-6 Correct
16%
3-4 Correct
4%
1-2 Correct
2%
0 Correct
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Q2. With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements :
1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin.
2. Stupa , was generally a repository of relics.
3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.
1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin.
2. Stupa , was generally a repository of relics.
3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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4%
(a) Only one
75%
(b) Only two
20%
(c) All three
1%
(d) None of the above
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Q1. In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?
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51%
(a) Andhra
19%
(b) Gandhara
17%
(c) Kalinga
14%
(d) Magdha
Q3. With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future Buddha, yet to come to save the world?
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19%
(a) Avalokiteshvara
7%
(b) Lokesvara
66%
(c) Maitreya
9%
(d) Padmapani
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Q4. Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha? (2015)
1. Avanti 2. Gandhara
3. Kosala 4. Magadha Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1. Avanti 2. Gandhara
3. Kosala 4. Magadha Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
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11%
(a) 1, 2 and 3
14%
(b) 2 and 3 only
41%
(c) 1, 3 and 4
34%
(d) 3 and 4 only
Q5. Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?
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13%
(a) Vihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is the dwelling place of the monks
79%
(b) Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks
7%
(c) Chaitya is the stupa at the far end of the cave, while Vihara is the hall axial to it
1%
(d) There is no material difference between the two
Q6. Lord Buddha’s image is sometimes shown with the hand gesture called ‘Bhumisparsha Mudra’. It symbolises
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12%
(a) Buddha calling of the Earth to watch over Mara and to prevent it from disturbing his meditation
49%
(b) Buddha’s calling of the Earth to witness his purity and chastity despite the temptations of Mara
12%
(c) Buddha’s reminder to his followers that life is transitory
27%
(d) Both the statements (a) and (b) are correct in this context.
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Q7. Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine?
1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practise penance.
2. Every object, even the smallest particle, has a soul.
3. Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended.
1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practise penance.
2. Every object, even the smallest particle, has a soul.
3. Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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5%
(a) 1 only
21%
(b) 2 and 3 only
8%
(c) 1 and 3 only
66%
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Q8. Which one of the following best describes the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?
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46%
(a) The extinction of the flame of desire
28%
(b) The complete annihilation of self
16%
(c) A state of bliss and rest
11%
(d) A mental stage beyond all comprehension
Q9. With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?
1. Avoidance of the extremities of penance and enjoyment
2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas
3. Denial of the efficacy of rituals
1. Avoidance of the extremities of penance and enjoyment
2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas
3. Denial of the efficacy of rituals
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
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6%
(a) 1 only
56%
(b) 2 and 3 only
15%
(c) 1 and 3 only
23%
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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10. With reference to Indian history, consider the following pairs:
Historical person Known as
1. Aryadeva Jaina scholar
2. Dignaga Buddhist scholar
3. Nathamuni Vaishnava scholar
Historical person Known as
1. Aryadeva Jaina scholar
2. Dignaga Buddhist scholar
3. Nathamuni Vaishnava scholar
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
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9%
(a) None of the pairs
45%
(b) Only one pair
39%
(c) Only two pairs
7%
(d) All three pairs
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Q1. Consider the following statements :
1. The 44th Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced an Article placing the election of the Prime Minister beyond judicial review.
2. The Supreme Court of India struck down the 99th Amendment to the Constitution of India as being violative of the independence of the judiciary.
1. The 44th Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced an Article placing the election of the Prime Minister beyond judicial review.
2. The Supreme Court of India struck down the 99th Amendment to the Constitution of India as being violative of the independence of the judiciary.
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Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
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6%
A) 1 only
65%
B) 2 only
22%
C) Both 1 and 2
8%
D) Neither 1 nor 2