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Ancient Period MCQs for CET Graduate

Practice 20 free ancient period multiple choice questions for CET Graduate exam. Instant answers with explanations in Hindi and English.

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CET Graduate — Ancient Period

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Question 1 of 20

What is the specific name given to the script of the Indus Valley Civilization due to its writing style?

Question 2 of 20

The distinctly 'half-closed eyes' of the Harappan Steatite Bearded Priest are widely interpreted by art historians and archaeologists as representing:

Question 3 of 20

In the structural layout of the circular Buddhist temple at Bairat, the central stupa was surrounded by an arrangement of 26 columns. What was the shape and material of these columns?

Question 4 of 20

Which historian referred to Harappa and Mohenjodaro as the 'Twin Capitals' of the Indus Valley Civilization?

Question 5 of 20

Which deity is the 9th Mandala of the Rigveda exclusively dedicated to, and where is his residence mentioned?

Question 6 of 20

In the Harappan civilization, the primary roads were interconnected with narrow lanes, and the street corners were characterized by being:

Question 7 of 20

Match the following authors with their works: List-I A. Mahendravarman I B. Bharavi C. Dandin List-II i. Kavyadarsha ii. Bhagavadajjukam iii. Kiratarjuniyam

Question 8 of 20

What specific aesthetic emotion or 'Rasa' is intended to be evoked by the masterpiece "The Dying Princess" located in Cave 16 of Ajanta?

Question 9 of 20

Which of the following accurately describes the 'urushringas' found in the Shekhari sub-type of temple architecture?

Question 10 of 20

Consider the following assertion and reason: Assertion (A): The emergence of the shikhara in the third stage of Gupta architecture signaled a massive departure from strictly horizontal architectural plans. Reason (R): The shikhara introduced a vertical aspiration that physically represented the axis mundi, eventually becoming a defining element of the later North Indian Nagara style.

Question 11 of 20

Match List-I (School of Art) with List-II (Defining Characteristic/Material) and select the correct answer: List-I A. Gandhara School B. Mathura School C. Amaravati School List-II 1. White marble, 'horror vacui' narrative movement 2. Blue-grey schist, simpler halos, realism 3. Spotted red sandstone, pluralism, royal portraiture

Question 12 of 20

Which of the following best explains why the Lower Town of most Harappan cities lacked separate fortifications?

Question 13 of 20

Match List-I with List-II regarding the Pallava rulers and their titles/achievements: List-I (Ruler) A. Mahendravarman I B. Narasimhavarman I C. Narasimhavarman II List-II (Title/Achievement) i. Rajasimha ii. Mattavilasa iii. Mamalla

Question 14 of 20

Which of the following paintings is a famous masterpiece found in Cave No. 17 of Ajanta?

Question 15 of 20

The text 'Milindapanho', which deals with complex metaphysical issues like the soul, rebirth, and nirvana, was composed during which historical period?

Question 16 of 20

Who was the last ruler of the Mauryan Dynasty?

Question 17 of 20

Who was Chellana?

Question 18 of 20

The 'Mehrauli Iron Pillar' inscription is associated with which Gupta ruler?

Question 19 of 20

During the Golden Age, which two scripts/languages formed the primary linguistic combination found on the widely circulated Dinars?

Question 20 of 20

In the evolutionary timeline of Gupta temples, which defining feature was strictly introduced during Stage 2 to facilitate ritualistic practices?

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