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Legacy and Impact of Ancient India on World History

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Which ancient Indian text is considered one of the world's oldest and most sacred scriptures?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Upanishads

  4. Ramayana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rigveda is the oldest of the four Vedas, a collection of ancient Hindu scriptures. It is believed to have been composed between 1500 and 1200 BCE and contains hymns, prayers, and philosophical insights.

What is the name of the ancient Indian mathematical treatise that introduced the concept of zero?

  1. Sulba Sutras

  2. Aryabhatiya

  3. Lilavati

  4. Panchasiddhantika


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sulba Sutras are a collection of ancient Indian mathematical texts that date back to the 8th century BCE. They contain rules for constructing altars and other geometric figures and are credited with introducing the concept of zero.

Which ancient Indian astronomer and mathematician is known for his work on trigonometry and astronomy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varāhamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an ancient Indian astronomer and mathematician who lived in the 5th century CE. He is known for his work on trigonometry and astronomy, including the development of the sine table and the calculation of the value of pi.

What is the name of the ancient Indian medical text that is considered one of the most important works on medicine in history?

  1. Charaka Samhita

  2. Sushruta Samhita

  3. Ashtanga Hridaya

  4. Bhela Samhita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Charaka Samhita is an ancient Indian medical text that is believed to have been written by Charaka, a physician who lived in the 2nd century BCE. It is considered one of the most important works on medicine in history and covers a wide range of topics, including anatomy, physiology, pathology, and treatment.

Which ancient Indian philosopher is known for his teachings on non-violence and ahimsa?

  1. Mahavira

  2. Gautama Buddha

  3. Kapila

  4. Patanjali


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gautama Buddha was an ancient Indian philosopher and spiritual teacher who lived in the 6th century BCE. He is known for his teachings on non-violence and ahimsa (non-harming), which have had a profound impact on world history and continue to inspire people around the world.

What is the name of the ancient Indian epic poem that tells the story of the Pandava brothers and their struggle against the Kauravas?

  1. Mahabharata

  2. Ramayana

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mahabharata is an ancient Indian epic poem that is believed to have been written by the sage Vyasa. It is one of the longest epic poems in the world and tells the story of the Pandava brothers and their struggle against the Kauravas for the kingdom of Hastinapura.

Which ancient Indian empire is known for its extensive trade network and cultural influence throughout Asia?

  1. Gupta Empire

  2. Maurya Empire

  3. Chola Empire

  4. Vijayanagara Empire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gupta Empire was an ancient Indian empire that existed from the 4th to the 6th century CE. It is known for its extensive trade network and cultural influence throughout Asia. The Gupta period is often considered a golden age of Indian history.

What is the name of the ancient Indian architectural style that is characterized by its use of domes, arches, and minarets?

  1. Indo-Islamic architecture

  2. Dravidian architecture

  3. Kalinga architecture

  4. Hoysala architecture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indo-Islamic architecture is an architectural style that developed in India during the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire periods. It is characterized by its use of domes, arches, and minarets, and is a blend of Indian and Islamic architectural elements.

Which ancient Indian ruler is known for his conquests and the establishment of the Maurya Empire?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Samudragupta

  4. Harshavardhana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandragupta Maurya was an ancient Indian ruler who founded the Maurya Empire in the 4th century BCE. He is known for his conquests and the establishment of one of the largest empires in Indian history.

What is the name of the ancient Indian dance form that is known for its expressive hand gestures and intricate footwork?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is an ancient Indian dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu. It is known for its expressive hand gestures and intricate footwork, and is one of the most popular classical dance forms in India.

Which ancient Indian musical instrument is known for its distinctive sound and is often used in classical Indian music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Mridangam

  4. Veena


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sitar is an ancient Indian musical instrument that is known for its distinctive sound and is often used in classical Indian music. It is a stringed instrument with a long neck and a gourd-shaped body.

What is the name of the ancient Indian martial art that is known for its emphasis on non-violence and self-defense?

  1. Kalaripayattu

  2. Silambam

  3. Gatka

  4. Mardani Khel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalaripayattu is an ancient Indian martial art that is known for its emphasis on non-violence and self-defense. It is believed to have originated in Kerala and is one of the oldest martial arts in the world.

Which ancient Indian philosopher is known for his teachings on the nature of reality and the concept of maya?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara was an ancient Indian philosopher who lived in the 8th century CE. He is known for his teachings on the nature of reality and the concept of maya, or illusion. He is considered one of the most important philosophers in Indian history.

What is the name of the ancient Indian system of medicine that is based on the concept of balancing the three doshas?

  1. Ayurveda

  2. Unani

  3. Siddha

  4. Homeopathy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that is based on the concept of balancing the three doshas, or humors. It is one of the oldest systems of medicine in the world and is still practiced today.

Which ancient Indian text is considered one of the most important works on ethics and morality?

  1. Tirukkural

  2. Panchatantra

  3. Hitopadesha

  4. Nitishastra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tirukkural is an ancient Indian text that is considered one of the most important works on ethics and morality. It was written by the Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar in the 2nd century BCE and consists of 1330 couplets that cover a wide range of topics, including love, friendship, wealth, and poverty.

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