Ancient Period MCQs for LDC
Practice Ancient Period under Indian History for LDC with 20 free MCQs in Hindi and English.
LDC — Ancient Period
20 Questions • Instant results & explanations • Hindi & English
0 / 20
Question 1 of 20
Match List I (Regional Nagara School) with List II (Distinctive Architectural Feature) and select the correct code: List-I A. Odisha (Kalinga) School B. Chandel School C. Solanki (Maru-Gurjara) School List-II 1. Surya Kund and intricate wood-like stone carvings 2. Deul and Jagamohan with a sharp vertical rise 3. Sensuous sculptural ornamentation driven by Tantric influence
Question 2 of 20
The Chandel School of Khajuraho is historically renowned for its unique architectural and artistic traits. Which of the following sets of characteristics best defines this regional school?
Question 3 of 20
Historical texts establish that Makkhali Gosala, the ascetic founder of the Ajivika sect, was a direct contemporary of which prominent spiritual leaders?
Question 4 of 20
A "Chaturmukha lingam", which became prominent during the Gupta era's iconographic development, features how many carved faces?
Question 5 of 20
In the context of the sculptural panels at the Dashavatara Temple, which animals are depicted sitting peacefully below the meditating sages Nara and Narayana?
Question 6 of 20
Which of the following Buddhist texts is primarily concerned with the 'Patimokkha'?
Question 7 of 20
Which of the following texts is universally celebrated as the most concise and powerful manual of Buddhist ethics and morality, forming a crucial part of the Khuddaka Nikaya?
Question 8 of 20
The mature phase of the Indus Valley Civilization predominantly flourished during which of the following time periods?
Question 9 of 20
Who composed the Aihole Inscription?
Question 10 of 20
In the evolutionary timeline of Gupta temples, which defining feature was strictly introduced during Stage 2 to facilitate ritualistic practices?
Question 11 of 20
Assertion (A): The Bhumija architectural style creates a highly complex, grid-like visual effect on the temple superstructure. Reason (R): It utilizes miniature spires arranged systematically in horizontal and vertical rows across the main shikhara.
Question 12 of 20
In the context of the Gupta/Post-Gupta period, who was 'Yashomati'?
Question 13 of 20
Which iconic Buddhist hand gesture (mudra) represents the pivotal moment of the Buddha's enlightenment at Bodh Gaya, serving to call upon the earth as a witness?
Question 14 of 20
Which river is referred to as 'Naditama' or 'Mahatama' (the holiest river) in the Rigveda?
Question 15 of 20
The great secular literary collection of South India, the 'Sangam Literature', was composed using which early script?
Question 16 of 20
The architectural feature formally designated as the 'Antarala' is considered functionally and psychologically significant in Hindu temple design because:
Question 17 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Bhabru Edict: 1. It was found in Viratnagar (Jaipur). 2. In this edict, Ashoka refers to himself as the 'Emperor of Magadha'. 3. It expresses Ashoka's faith in the Triratna (Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 18 of 20
Who was 'Chakrapalita'?
Question 19 of 20
During the Shunga structural expansion of the Great Stupa at Sanchi, a double staircase was specifically added to allow access to the elevated terrace. On which side of the stupa was this staircase constructed?
Question 20 of 20