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Language & Literature MCQs for CET 12th Level

Practice 20 free language & literature multiple choice questions for CET 12th Level exam. Instant answers, explanations in Hindi and English, and topic-wise targeted practice.

Master Language & Literature under Ancient Period for CET 12th Level with our curated MCQ set. Every question is sourced from real Rajasthan exam patterns and updated regularly. Switch between Hindi and English anytime. Use this daily to strengthen weak areas before the exam.

CET 12th Level — Ancient Period — Language & Literature

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Question 1 of 20

The great secular literary collection of South India, the 'Sangam Literature', was composed using which early script?

Question 2 of 20

Match List-I with List-II: List-I (Scholar / Entity) A. Moggaliputta Tissa B. Menander C. Nanda D. Ashvaghosha List-II (Associated Text) 1. Milindapanho 2. Kathavatthu 3. Buddhacharita 4. Saundarananda Choose the correct code:

Question 3 of 20

The renowned philosopher Vasubandhu, who profoundly shaped Mahayana ideology, is historically placed in which of the following centuries?

Question 4 of 20

The 'Sangam Literature' is celebrated as the foundational heritage of South India. What is its primary thematic nature according to the text?

Question 5 of 20

Assertion (A): The early Buddhist texts serve as an invaluable secular resource for historians, extending far beyond their religious utility. Reason (R): They contain abundant data regarding the socio-economic life and political history of the Mahajanapada and Mauryan periods. Choose the correct code:

Question 6 of 20

What is the primary factor that caused the Digambara sect to completely reject the compilation of Agamas executed at the Council of Vallabhi?

Question 7 of 20

Ashvaghosha pioneered a specific literary style in classical Sanskrit to express deep Buddhist philosophical ideals in works like Buddhacharita and Saundarananda. Which style is this?

Question 8 of 20

According to the Svetambara tradition, what was the primary reason for organizing the Jain Agamas into written form at the Council of Vallabhi?

Question 9 of 20

Which of the following ancient texts is universally recognized for featuring the highly revered 'Gayatri Mantra' and the 'Purushasukta'?

Question 10 of 20

The great epics Ramayana and Mahabharata fall under the classification of 'Itihasa'. What is the exact literal translation of the Sanskrit term 'Itihasa'?

Question 11 of 20

During which chronological period did the great Buddhist philosopher, poet, and playwright Ashvaghosha flourish?

Question 12 of 20

In the Mahayana philosophical tradition, the 'Prajnaparamita Sutras' emphasize which profound spiritual concept as the ultimate reality?

Question 13 of 20

Match List-I (Mahavakya / Phrase) with List-II (Source Upanishad) and select the correct answer: List-I a. Satyameva Jayate b. Tat Tvam Asi c. Aham Brahmasmi List-II 1. Chandogya Upanishad 2. Brihadaranyaka Upanishad 3. Mundaka Upanishad

Question 14 of 20

According to Vedic literature classification, which of the following falls strictly under the category of texts that are considered mutable and human-authored?

Question 15 of 20

Among the prominent Smritis, which text is historically evaluated as being more legally systematic, structured, and relatively liberal compared to the strict injunctions of the Manu Smriti?

Question 16 of 20

Assertion (A): Tamil was formally recognized as a 'Classical Language' by the Government of India in 2004. Reason (R): It has an antiquity of over 2000 years and possesses a highly original, secular literary heritage that evolved entirely independently of the Indo-Aryan tradition.

Question 17 of 20

The text 'Siddha-Hema-Shabdanushasana' is a magnificent contribution to ancient linguistics. Which languages does its grammar encompass?

Question 18 of 20

Consider the following statements concerning the historical Jain councils: 1. The First Jain council was held at Vallabhi to compile the Agamas. 2. The First Jain council was actually led by Sthulabhadra in the 4th century BCE. 3. The final compilation of the Agamas was executed under Devardhigani Kshamashramana. Which of the statements is/are correct?

Question 19 of 20

Match List-I (Prakrit Dialects) with List-II (Characteristics/Usage): List-I: a. Ardhamagadhi b. Shauraseni c. Maharashtri List-II: 1. Used in poems and songs, considered highly advanced 2. Dialogues of commoners in Sanskrit plays 3. Medium of Jain Agamas and Mahavira's teachings

Question 20 of 20

Emperor Ashoka's edicts, which played a crucial role in mass communication in ancient India, were predominantly composed in which language and script respectively?

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