NMMS Social Science: Ancient and Medieval Indian History

Question 1

Which was the largest city of the Indus Valley Civilization?

Accepted Answer

Mohenjo-daro

Answer

Mohenjo-daro was the largest known urban center of the Indus Valley Civilization, covering an estimated area of 250 hectares.

Question 2

The Great Bath, an ancient public bathing structure, was discovered at:

Accepted Answer

Mohenjo-daro

Answer

The Great Bath, a large water tank believed to have been used for ritual bathing, was found at Mohenjo-daro.

Question 3

Who founded the Maurya Empire around 322 BCE?

Accepted Answer

Chandragupta Maurya

Answer

Chandragupta Maurya founded the Maurya Empire with the guidance of his minister Chanakya after overthrowing the Nanda dynasty.

Question 4

The edicts of Emperor Ashoka were primarily inscribed in which script?

Accepted Answer

Brahmi

Answer

Most of Ashoka's rock and pillar edicts were written in Brahmi script, which was deciphered by James Prinsep in 1837.

Question 5

Which period in Indian history is called the 'Golden Age of India'?

Accepted Answer

Gupta period

Answer

The Gupta period (4th–6th century CE) is called the Golden Age of India due to remarkable achievements in science, mathematics, literature, and art.

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