Ancient Indian Engineering Marvels

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Which ancient Indian structure is considered one of the largest stone structures in the world?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Great Wall of China

  3. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  4. Pyramid of Giza


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is one of the largest stone structures in the world, constructed in the 11th century.

What is the name of the ancient Indian stepwell located in Gujarat, famous for its intricate carvings?

  1. Rani ki Vav

  2. Chand Baori

  3. Agrasen ki Baoli

  4. Adalaj Stepwell


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rani ki Vav is a stepwell located in Patan, Gujarat, known for its intricate carvings and architectural beauty.

Which ancient Indian irrigation system is still in use today, providing water to millions of acres of farmland?

  1. Karez system

  2. Anicut system

  3. Tank system

  4. Well system


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Karez system, an ancient underground water management system, is still in use in many parts of India, providing water for irrigation and drinking.

What is the name of the ancient Indian observatory built in the 5th century BCE, considered one of the oldest in the world?

  1. Jantar Mantar

  2. Ujjain Observatory

  3. Nalanda Observatory

  4. Takshashila Observatory


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory, located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, is one of the oldest observatories in the world, dating back to the 5th century BCE.

Which ancient Indian port city was a major center of trade and commerce, connecting India with the rest of the world?

  1. Lothal

  2. Dwarka

  3. Pataliputra

  4. Taxila


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lothal, an ancient port city located in Gujarat, was a major center of trade and commerce during the Indus Valley Civilization.

What is the name of the ancient Indian dam built across the Kaveri River in the 2nd century CE, considered one of the oldest dams in the world?

  1. Kallanai Dam

  2. Mullaperiyar Dam

  3. Hirakud Dam

  4. Bhakra Nangal Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kallanai Dam, located in Tamil Nadu, is one of the oldest dams in the world, built across the Kaveri River in the 2nd century CE.

Which ancient Indian city was known for its advanced water management system, including underground channels and reservoirs?

  1. Mohenjo-daro

  2. Harappa

  3. Dholavira

  4. Kalibangan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mohenjo-daro, an ancient city located in Pakistan, was known for its advanced water management system, including underground channels and reservoirs.

What is the name of the ancient Indian iron pillar located in Delhi, famous for its resistance to corrosion?

  1. Ashoka Pillar

  2. Iron Pillar of Delhi

  3. Qutub Minar

  4. Red Fort


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Iron Pillar of Delhi is an ancient iron pillar located in Delhi, famous for its resistance to corrosion and its intricate carvings.

Which ancient Indian monument is known for its intricate stone carvings and is considered one of the largest monolithic structures in the world?

  1. Ellora Caves

  2. Ajanta Caves

  3. Mahabalipuram Shore Temple

  4. Kailasa Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kailasa Temple, located in Ellora, Maharashtra, is known for its intricate stone carvings and is considered one of the largest monolithic structures in the world.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure time and track celestial bodies?

  1. Astrolabe

  2. Sundial

  3. Gnomon

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Gnomon, a simple astronomical instrument, was used in ancient India to measure time and track celestial bodies.

Which ancient Indian city was known for its advanced shipbuilding techniques and maritime trade?

  1. Lothal

  2. Dwarka

  3. Pataliputra

  4. Taxila


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dwarka, an ancient city located in Gujarat, was known for its advanced shipbuilding techniques and maritime trade.

What is the name of the ancient Indian mathematical treatise that contains the earliest known use of the decimal system and the concept of zero?

  1. Sulba Sutras

  2. Aryabhatiya

  3. Brahmagupta Siddhanta

  4. Lilavati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sulba Sutras, a collection of ancient Indian mathematical texts, contains the earliest known use of the decimal system and the concept of zero.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is credited with developing the concept of negative numbers and the use of decimal fractions?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Brahmagupta

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Brahmagupta, an ancient Indian mathematician, is credited with developing the concept of negative numbers and the use of decimal fractions.

What is the name of the ancient Indian mathematician who developed the Fibonacci sequence and the Pascal's triangle?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Brahmagupta

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhaskara II, an ancient Indian mathematician, developed the Fibonacci sequence and the Pascal's triangle.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for his contributions to trigonometry, including the development of the sine and cosine functions?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Brahmagupta

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Madhava of Sangamagrama, an ancient Indian mathematician, is known for his contributions to trigonometry, including the development of the sine and cosine functions.

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