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Practice periodisation-of-indian-history with 20 free MCQ questions covering ancient-history. Detailed explanations in English and Hindi, perfect for UPSC, SSC, and competitive exam preparation.
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Q1.Where was Maize first cultivated?
Explanation: Maize cultivation began in Central and South America during 6000 BC, with the first evidence found in Mexico.
Q2.When and where was Millet first cultivated?
Explanation: The text dates Millet cultivation to 5500 BC in China.
Q3.What is the origin place and date for Sorghum?
Explanation: Sorghum is attributed to East Africa, with cultivation beginning around 5000 BC.
Q4.Where was Mustard first cultivated?
Explanation: Mustard cultivation is traced to South-East Asia during 5000 BC.
Q5.When was Oat first cultivated?
Explanation: Oat is a relatively later crop, first cultivated in Europe around 2300 BC.
Q6.According to the latest research, which site yields the earliest evidence of agriculture in the Indian subcontinent?
Explanation: According to the latest research, the earliest evidence of agriculture is reported from Lahuradewa in Sant Kabir Nagar district, U.P.
Q7.What is the date range for the rice cultivation evidence at Lahuradewa?
Explanation: The evidence of human activity and rice cultivation at Lahuradewa is dated back to around 9000-7000 BC.
Q8.Which site was considered the earliest for wheat cultivation before the Lahuradewa discovery?
Explanation: Prior to the Lahuradewa findings, Mehrgarh (Balochistan, Pakistan) held the distinction of having the earliest evidence of agriculture (wheat) dating to 7000 BC.
Q9.Which site in the Belan Valley yielded rice bran dating to 6500 BC?
Explanation: The text mentions that earliest evidence of rice was known to be near the bank of river Belan (district Allahabad) at Koldihwa, dating to 6500 BC.
Q10.Which site displays a continuous cultural sequence from the Stone Age to the Harappan Civilization?
Explanation: Mehrgarh is unique for its long occupational history, showing cultural remains from the Stone Age through to the Harappan Civilization.
Q11.Where is the Burzahom site located?
Explanation: Burzahom is a key prehistoric settlement located in the Kashmir valley.
Q12.What unique burial practice involving animals was found at Burzahom?
Explanation: Excavations at Burzahom revealed pits where bones of dogs and antlered deer were found along with human skeletons.
Q13.What type of dwelling structure is associated with Burzahom?
Explanation: The inhabitants of Burzahom lived in pits. The text mentions 'burial pits' and explicitly links the site to 'pit dwelling' evidence.
Q14.Who conducted the first excavation at Burzahom in 1935?
Explanation: The site was first excavated by the Yale-Cambridge expedition led by Helmut de Terra and Dr. Thomas Paterson in 1935.
Q15.Where are 'Ash mounds' typically found?
Explanation: 'Ash mounds' are a specific Neolithic feature found at sites like Sangana Kallu in the Vellari district near Mysore.
Q16.What do the 'Ash mounds' represent?
Explanation: These mounds are interpreted as the accumulated and burnt remains of seasonal camps used by Neolithic herdsmen communities.
Q17.In which period was fire first used?
Explanation: The text states, 'Fire was first used as in the Neolithic period'. Note: While fire was discovered earlier, the text emphasizes its usage in the Neolithic context.
Q18.Which district in Uttar Pradesh contains the site Lahuradewa?
Explanation: The text locates the critical site of Lahuradewa in the Sant Kabir Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh.
Q19.Which river is Koldihwa situated near?
Explanation: Koldihwa is located near the bank of the river Belan in the Allahabad district.
Q20.What evidence of human activity was found at Burzahom besides burials?
Explanation: Both human and animal skeletons at Burzahom were found with trepanning marks, suggesting early surgical practices.
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