9 questions from the UPSC 2023 examination.
9 questions
Which one of the following explains the practice of 'Vattakirutal' as mentioned in Sangam poems?
With reference to ancient Indian History, consider the following pairs: Literary work | Author --- | --- 1. Devichandragupta | Bilhana 2. Hammira-Mahakavya | Nayachandra Suri 3. Milinda-panha | Nagarjuna 4. Nitivakyamrita | Somadeva Suri How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Consider the following dynasties : 1. Hoysala 2. Gahadavala 3. Kakatiya 4. Yadava How many of the above dynasties established their kingdoms in early eighth century AD?
"Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water and many other natural objects not looked on as living by other religious sects.” The above statement reflects one of the core beliefs of which one of the following religious sects of ancient India?
In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?
Consider the following pairs: Site | Well known for --- | --- 1. Besnagar | Shaivite cave shrine 2. Bhaja | Buddhist cave shrine 3. Sittanavasal | Jain cave shrine How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as
With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements: 1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin. 2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics. 3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition. How many of the above statements are correct?
With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements: 1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin. 2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics. 3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition. How many of the statements given above are correct?