Ancient Period MCQs for CET 12th Level
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CET 12th Level — Ancient Period
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Question 1 of 20
Which of the following languages does NOT belong to the Dravidian language family?
Question 2 of 20
How many times is the river 'Yamuna' mentioned in the Rigveda?
Question 3 of 20
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Ruler) A. Arimolivarman B. Parantaka II C. Rajendra I D. Rajadhiraja List-II (Title/Description) I. Known as Sundara Chola II. Adopted the title 'Rajaraja' III. Called 'Alexander of India' IV. Died on the back of an elephant
Question 4 of 20
The official known as 'Mudradhyaksha' in the Mauryan administration was associated with which department?
Question 5 of 20
What does the term 'Samvar' mean in Jain philosophy?
Question 6 of 20
Arrange the following Gurjara-Pratihara rulers in chronological order of their participation in the Tripartite Struggle: 1. Mihirbhoja 2. Vatsaraja 3. Mahipala 4. Nagabhata II Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Question 7 of 20
Which Upanishad mentions the 'Pavaman Mantra' (Asato Ma Sadgamaya)?
Question 8 of 20
In Jain canonical literature, what is the exact function of the '10 Prakirnakas'?
Question 9 of 20
"It radiates equanimity and tender grace, with a slender, refined, and lithe physiognomy, and portrays inner serenity." This artistic description is best attributed to which of the following?
Question 10 of 20
Which specific literary text is structured into five extensive sections known as the Digha, Majjhima, Samyutta, Anguttara, and Khuddaka Nikayas?
Question 11 of 20
The world's oldest legal code, the 'Hammurabi Code', is associated with which civilization?
Question 12 of 20
The foundational scriptures of Jainism, known as the Agamas, were deliberately composed to ensure mass accessibility. They were predominantly written in 'Ardhamagadhi', which is a regional dialect of:
Question 13 of 20
According to the notes, which pillar contains the mention of the 'Ajivika' sect in its seventh edict?
Question 14 of 20
Match List-I (Vesara Temple) with List-II (Location) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I A. Virupaksha (Loka Mahadevi) B. Kailasa Temple C. Chennakeshava D. Hoysaleshwara List-II 1. Ellora, MH 2. Pattadakal, Kar 3. Halebidu, Kar 4. Belur, Kar
Question 15 of 20
Who was the author of 'Kiratarjuniyam', a famous Sanskrit poem, and in whose court did he reside?
Question 16 of 20
Which Satavahana ruler is known as 'Trisamudratoyapitavahana' (one whose horses drank the water of three seas)?
Question 17 of 20
Which Chola ruler is considered a folk deity in South India?
Question 18 of 20
What was the initial capital of the Gurjar Pratihar dynasty?
Question 19 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the highly advanced acoustic properties of Mauryan caves: 1. The caves were exclusively excavated out of soft sandstone, which naturally absorbs sound. 2. The interior surfaces were engineered with a high polish that created a mirror-plane finish. 3. The distinct architecture deliberately generated intense echo effects and harmonies to amplify religious chanting. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 20 of 20