Question 1

The first reference of varna system was found in

Accepted Answer

The first reference to the varna system is found in the Purusha Sukta of the Rigveda, which describes the cosmic being (Purusha) and the origin of the four varnas (social classes) from his body.

Question 2

The …………. as priests and teachers claimed the highest status in society.

Accepted Answer

Brahmins, as priests and teachers, traditionally claimed the highest status in the varna system of ancient Indian society.

Question 3

The Jain tradition regards ………….. as the founder of Jainism.

Accepted Answer

Rishabhanatha, also known as Rishaba, is traditionally regarded as the founder of Jainism. He is the first Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) in Jainism.

Question 4

The 23rd Thirthankara was

Accepted Answer

Parswanath was the 23rd Tirthankara in Jainism, preceding Mahavira who was the 24th and last Tirthankara.

Question 5

Parswanath was the fore- runner of

Accepted Answer

Parswanath was the 23rd Tirthankara in Jainism, preceding Mahavira, who is recognized as the 24th and last Tirthankara. Mahavira is often considered the founder of modern Jainism, making Parswanath a forerunner to him.

Question 6

Vardhamana Mahavira was born at

Accepted Answer

Vardhamana Mahavira, the 24th and last Tirthankara of Jainism, was born in Kundagrama, which is often identified with Kundalpur in Bihar, India.

Question 7

Vardhamana Mahavira was married to……

Accepted Answer

Vardhamana Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, was married to Yashoda.

Question 8

Vardhamana Mahavira attained Nirvana at

Accepted Answer

Vardhamana Mahavira, the 24th and last Tirthankara of Jainism, attained Nirvana at Pavapuri, which is located in the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.

Question 9

Who taught tri-ratnas.

Accepted Answer

Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, taught the three jewels or tri-ratnas, which are right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct.

Question 10

Digambaras and Swethambaras are sections in the

Accepted Answer

Digambaras and Swethambaras are two major sects within Jainism, differing in their religious practices, texts, and interpretations of teachings.

Question 11

After becoming a …….monk, Chandra Gupta Maurya attained Nirvana

Accepted Answer

Chandra Gupta Maurya became a Jain monk and it is believed that he attained Nirvana following Jain practices.

Question 12

Gautama Buddha passed away at the age of 80 at

Accepted Answer

Gautama Buddha passed away at the age of 80 in Kushinagar (also spelled Kusinara or Kusi nagara), which is located in the present-day Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is considered one of the major pilgrimage sites for Buddhists.

Question 13

Buddha preached his followers the ……………. 'Noble Truths'

Accepted Answer

Buddha preached his followers the 'Four Noble Truths,' which are central to Buddhist teachings.

Question 14

Buddhism spread far and wide under the patronage of ………

Accepted Answer

Asoka, the third emperor of the Mauryan dynasty, played a significant role in spreading Buddhism both within and beyond the Indian subcontinent. After the Kalinga War, he embraced Buddhism and supported its spread through missions, constructing stupas, and inscribing edicts that promoted Buddhist teachings.

Question 15

The term 'Gahapathi' seen in the …………….. literature in the sense of the head of a household.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term 'Gahapathi' seen in the …………….....

Question 16

Magadha has risen to authority during the reigns of Bimbisara and Ajatashatru of ……. Dynasty.

Accepted Answer

The Shishunaga dynasty is correct because Bimbisara and Ajatashatru were rulers of Magadha before the rise of the Nanda dynasty, and they played significant roles in the kingdom's expansion and consolidation. The Shishunaga dynasty came after their reigns.

Question 17

Who overthrew the Nanda dynasty

Accepted Answer

Chandragupta Maurya, with the help of his mentor Chanakya, overthrew the Nanda dynasty and established the Mauryan Empire.

Question 18

………………. is an important treatise on the administrationof the Mauryan times.

Accepted Answer

The Arthashastra, attributed to Kautilya (also known as Chanakya), is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy. It is considered an important text that provides detailed information about the administration, governance, and daily life during the Mauryan era.

Question 19

'Indica' is the accounts on India prepared by …………….

Accepted Answer

Megasthenes, a Greek ambassador to the Mauryan court, authored 'Indica', which provides an account of India's geography, culture, and society during the reign of Chandragupta Maurya.

Question 20

Megasthenese stayed at the …………… court of Pataliputra

Accepted Answer

Megasthenese, the Greek ambassador, stayed at the Mauryan court in Pataliputra. He was sent by Seleucus Nicator and wrote the detailed account "Indica" about Indian society and Mauryan practices.

Quiz 2: Ancient Indian History and Civilization: Part B