Correct Answer : Chalcolithic Age
The Indus or the Harappan civilisation belongs to the Chalcolithic or Bronze Age since the objects of copper and stone were found at the various sites of this civilisation. Nearly, 1,400 Harappan sites are known so far in the sub-continent.
Correct Answer : Mohenjodaro
Mohenjodaro was the prominent Harappan site, being surrounded by flood barriers in order to protect it with the aid of UNESCO funds.
Correct Answer : Indus Valley
Vedic culture and Indus civilization form two distinct groups in the history of Indian civilization. Of course, there are scholars like Dr A.D. Pusalkar who contend that the Rigvedic Aryans, probably, formed an important part of the populace of Indus valley and contributed their share to the evolution of that civilization.
Correct Answer : Indica
Indica is the book written by Megasthenes, the Greek ambassador to India around 300 Be. The division of Maurya society into seven classes was particularly mentioned in the 'Indica' of Megasthenes. The Indians generally were divided into seven categories, the wise men (Brahmins), farmers, herdsmen, artisans, soldiers, over lookers and government officials including army and navy officers.
Correct Answer : Ajatashatru
He is also known for his cultural achievements and was a great friend and protector of the Buddha. Bimbisara built the city of Rajagriha, famous in Buddhist writings. He was succeeded on the throne by his son Ajatashatru, who murdered his father to obtain power.
Correct Answer : Vinaya Pitaka
The Vinaya Pitaka contains pronouncements attributed to Buddha, laying down numerous rules for the conduct of the order.
Correct Answer : Kumara Sambhav and Raghuvamsha
The Kumarasaṃbhavam is widely regarded as one of Kalidasa's finest works, a paradigmatic example of kavya poetry. The style of description of spring set the standard for nature metaphors pervading many centuries of Indian literary tradition.Raghuvamsha is a Sanskrit mahakavya (epic poem) by the most celebrated Sanskrit poet Kalidasa.
Correct Answer : Mahanadi & Godavari
Kalinga is a historical region of India. It is generally defined as the eastern coastal region between the Mahanadi and the Godavari rivers, although its boundaries have fluctuated with the territory of its rulers.
Correct Answer : Sutta pitaka
Sutta Pitaka is a holy book of Buddhism. It is the second part of Pali Canon. The other two parts are Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. Together they are known as Tripitaka.
Correct Answer : Krishna I
Rashtrakuta King Krishna I : The Kailash Temple is the sixteenth cave, and it is one of the 32 cave temples and monasteries forming the magnanimous Ellora Caves. As per the historical records, it was built by the 8th century Rashtrakuta King Krishna I between the year 756 and 773 AD.
