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The Complete Guide to Ancient Indian History: Everything in One Book!

Are you keen to explore ancient Indian history in depth, but confused about which book to start with? Good news for you! A new book is coming out that brings together all aspects of ancient India under one cover, ensuring you won’t feel the need for any other book.

This book is divided into eight detailed chapters, where every important aspect of ancient Indian history is discussed thoroughly:

• Mysteries of India’s Prehistoric Cultures: A detailed picture starting from the Early Iron Age, the expansion of pastoral and agricultural communities, and their connections with the Indus Valley Civilization.
• Unknown Aspects of the Indus Valley Civilization: A deep dive into the history, economy, society, culture, and the reasons behind its decline.
• A Deep Look into Vedic Society: From the original homeland of the Aryans to the evolution of Vedic literature, social organization, the Varna system, and religious thoughts.
• The Intellectual Revolution of the Pre-Mauryan Age: How states were formed and urbanization took place, the rise of various religious movements (like Jainism and Bhagavatism), and the development of Brahmanical literature.
• The Power and Art of the Mauryan Empire: Emperor Ashoka’s rule, his Dhamma, Mauryan administration, economy, society, and the mesmerizing pillars and sculptures of that era.
• The Diversity of Post-Mauryan India: Sangam literature, the Satavahana dynasty, foreign dynasties, and the impact of commercial ties with the outside world.
• The Golden Age of the Gupta Period: The economic conditions and culture of this empire, and the contributions of powerful rulers like Harshavardhana.
• Detailed Analysis of Society and Culture: A comprehensive picture of the evolution of castes, the Varna system, the position of women, ancient Indian languages and literature, art, architecture, classical dance, and painting.

The specialty of this book isn’t just limited to its detailed discussions! For your preparation convenience, it includes more than 700 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), which will help you test your knowledge of each chapter. And for those who wish to take mock tests, special arrangements have also been made.

So, to understand ancient Indian history completely and easily, and to test yourself, get your copy of this book today. It’s not just a book; it’s a complete encyclopedia of ancient India!

Some MCQs (with Answers)

Chapter 1: Prehistoric Cultures of India

Q1. At which site in India was the earliest use of iron found?
A. Mohenjo-daro
B. Atreyi
C. Atranjikhera
D. Kot Diji
Correct Answer: C. Atranjikhera

Q2. In which age did humans first begin to adopt agriculture and animal domestication?
A. Paleolithic Age
B. Mesolithic Age
C. Neolithic Age
D. Iron Age
Correct Answer: C. Neolithic Age

Q3. Chopani Mando and Mahagara are associated with which cultural phase?
A. Stone Age
B. Mesolithic Age
C. Neolithic Age
D. Chalcolithic Age
Correct Answer: C. Neolithic Age

Q4. What was the primary mode of interaction between prehistoric Indian communities and the Indus Valley Civilization?
A. Religious exchange
B. Trade and commerce
C. Linguistic connection
D. Hostile warfare
Correct Answer: B. Trade and commerce

Q5. From where is the arrival of iron technology in India believed to have originated?
A. Europe
B. Africa
C. Central Asia
D. China
Correct Answer: C. Central Asia

Chapter 2: Hidden Aspects of the Indus Valley Civilization

Q1. Which Indus Valley site is famous for the Great Bath?
A. Harappa
B. Kalibangan
C. Mohenjo-daro
D. Rakhigarhi
Correct Answer: C. Mohenjo-daro

Q2. What type of metal tools were primarily used in the Indus Valley Civilization?
A. Iron tools
B. Gold tools
C. Bronze and copper tools
D. Steel tools
Correct Answer: C. Bronze and copper tools

Q3. Which of the following was not a feature of the Indus Valley Civilization?
A. Planned cities
B. Brick houses
C. Script written on seals
D. Temples with towering shikharas
Correct Answer: D. Temples with towering shikharas

Q4. What was the major reason behind the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization, according to many historians?
A. Overpopulation
B. Frequent wars with China
C. Change in river courses
D. Rise of Mauryan Empire
Correct Answer: C. Change in river courses

Q5. The Indus Valley people worshipped a proto-form of which Hindu god?
A. Vishnu
B. Shiva
C. Krishna
D. Brahma

Correct Answer: B. Shiva
(As Pashupati – Lord of animals)

Chapter 3: A Deep Dive into Vedic Society

Q1. What is considered the oldest text of Vedic literature?
A. Sama Veda
B. Atharva Veda
C. Yajur Veda
D. Rig Veda
Correct Answer: D. Rig Veda

Q2. The original homeland of the Aryans is believed by many scholars to be—
A. South India
B. Central Asia
C. Tibet
D. Arabia
Correct Answer: B. Central Asia

Q3. The Vedic society was primarily—
A. Urban and industrial
B. Tribal and pastoral
C. Caste-based from the beginning
D. Merchant-led society
Correct Answer: B. Tribal and pastoral

Q4. In the early Vedic period, which god was regarded as the king of gods?
A. Varuna
B. Indra
C. Agni
D. Rudra
Correct Answer: B. Indra

Q5. The Varna system initially evolved based on—
A. Birth
B. Wealth
C. Occupation
D. Region
Correct Answer: C. Occupation

Chapter 4: The Intellectual Revolution of Pre-Mauryan India

Q1. Which of the following religious reformers is associated with Jainism?
A. Gautama Buddha
B. Makkhali Gosala
C. Mahavira
D. Kapila
Correct Answer: C. Mahavira

Q2. The term Mahajanapadas refers to—
A. Villages ruled by tribal heads
B. Large cities
C. Major kingdoms or republics
D. Buddhist monasteries
Correct Answer: C. Major kingdoms or republics

Q3. Which religious tradition emphasized extreme non-violence (Ahimsa) during this period?
A. Bhagavata tradition
B. Vedic tradition
C. Jainism
D. Shaivism
Correct Answer: C. Jainism

Q4. The second urbanization in India occurred mainly in—
A. North-Western India
B. Central India
C. The Gangetic plains
D. The Deccan Plateau Correct Answer: C. The Gangetic plains

Q5. Which of the following texts is part of early Brahmanical literature?
A. Tripitaka
B. Ramayana
C. Upanishads
D. Sangam literature
Correct Answer: C. Upanishads

Chapter 5: Power and Art of the Mauryan Empire

Q1. Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?
A. Ashoka
B. Chandragupta Maurya
C. Bindusara
D. Kautilya
Correct Answer: B. Chandragupta Maurya

Q2. What was the primary message of Ashoka’s Dhamma?
A. Ritual sacrifices and strict caste rules
B. Worship of a single deity
C. Moral living, compassion, and non-violence
D. Expansion through war
Correct Answer: C. Moral living, compassion, and non-violence

Q3. Who was the chief architect of Mauryan statecraft and author of Arthashastra?
A. Megasthenes
B. Ashoka
C. Kautilya (Chanakya)
D. Patanjali
Correct Answer: C. Kautilya (Chanakya)

Q4. The Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath later became the—
A. National emblem of India
B. Seal of the Mauryan Empire
C. Symbol of Jainism
D. Ashoka’s family crest
Correct Answer: A. National emblem of India

Q5. Which material was predominantly used in Mauryan sculptures and pillars?
A. Red sandstone
B. Wood
C. Granite
D. Chunar sandstone (polished stone)
✔️ Correct Answer: D. Chunar sandstone (polished stone)

Chapter 6: Diversity in Post-Mauryan India

Q1. Which dynasty ruled the Deccan region after the fall of the Mauryas?
A. Kushanas
B. Guptas
C. Satavahanas
D. Shungas
Correct Answer: C. Satavahanas

Q2. The Sangam literature is associated with which region of India?
A. Western India
B. Northern India
C. Eastern India
D. Southern India
Correct Answer: D. Southern India

Q3. Which foreign rulers established control over northwestern India during this period?
A. Greeks, Shakas, and Kushanas
B. Persians and Romans
C. Chinese and Arabs
D. Tibetans and Huns
Correct Answer: A. Greeks, Shakas, and Kushanas

Q4. Which port was a major center of Roman trade with India?
A. Tamralipti
B. Bharuch
C. Arikamedu
D. Puhar
Correct Answer: C. Arikamedu

Q5. Which of the following best describes the post-Mauryan political scenario?
A. Unified empire
B. Tribal rule
C. Regional kingdoms and foreign dynasties
D. Direct Roman rule
Correct Answer: C. Regional kingdoms and foreign dynasties

Chapter 7: The Golden Age – Gupta Period

Q1. Which ruler is credited with founding the Gupta Empire?
A. Chandragupta Maurya
B. Samudragupta
C. Sri Gupta
D. Chandragupta I
Correct Answer: D. Chandragupta I

Q2. The Gupta period is often referred to as the Golden Age of India mainly due to—
A. Military conquests
B. Foreign alliances
C. Cultural and scientific achievements
D. Strong caste system
Correct Answer: C. Cultural and scientific achievements

Q3. Who was known as the Napoleon of India due to his military campaigns?
A. Harshavardhana
B. Skandagupta
C. Samudragupta
D. Kumaragupta
Correct Answer: C. Samudragupta

Q4. Which famous Sanskrit poet and playwright flourished during the Gupta period?
A. Bhasa
B. Banabhatta
C. Kalidasa
D. Vishakhadatta
Correct Answer: C. Kalidasa

Q5. Harshavardhana’s biography Harshacharita was written by—
A. Kalidasa
B. Aryabhata
C. Banabhatta
D. Patanjali
Correct Answer: C. Banabhatta

Chapter 8: Society and Culture – A Comprehensive View

MCQs (with Answers)

Q1. The four varnas in ancient Indian society were primarily based on—
A. Birth
B. Skin color
C. Occupation
D. Wealth
Correct Answer: C. Occupation

Q2. In early Indian society, women’s status began to decline during which period?
A. Vedic Period
B. Gupta Period
C. Mauryan Period
D. Prehistoric Period
Correct Answer: B. Gupta Period

Q3. The ancient Indian language in which most early scriptures were composed is—
A. Pali
B. Prakrit
C. Sanskrit
D. Tamil
Correct Answer: C. Sanskrit

Q4. Which dance form originated as a temple dance in Tamil Nadu?
A. Odissi
B. Kathakali
C. Manipuri
D. Bharatanatyam
Correct Answer: D. Bharatanatyam

Q5. The Ajanta caves are renowned for—
A. Stone inscriptions
B. Terracotta sculpture
C. Rock-cut architecture and murals
D. Buddhist stupas
✔️ Correct Answer: C. Rock-cut architecture and murals

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