The writer of Mahabhashya ‘Patanjali’was contemporary of–
Correct Answer:
(C)
Pushyamitra Shunga
Patanjali (the author of Mahabhashya) was contemporary to Pushymitra Shunga (184-148 BC).
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2
The ancient Indian play Mudrarakshasa of Visakhadutt has its subject on:
Correct Answer:
(D)
The court intrigues at the time of Chandragupta Maurya
According to Dr. K.P. Jayaswal, Visakhadatta and Chandragupta were contemporary. His play “Mudrarakshasa’ describes the actions of Chandragupta Maurya. He described the presence of ‘Durabhisandhi’ in the court of Chandragupta Maurya.
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3
In the context of ancient history of India, the term ‘Nivi Dharma’ is associated with:
Correct Answer:
(C)
Land tenure
There were different land tenures in the Gupta period which is evident from Gupta land grant inscriptions. These are:
Nivi Dhamzas: Land endowment in perpetuity.
Nivi Dhamza Aksayana: A perpetual endowment which a recipient could not alienate but could make use of the income accruing from it eternally.
Aprada Dhamza: It means that a recipient had all rights to enjoy such a property but no right to make a further gift of the same and could only enjoy the interest and income from the endowed land, but had no administrative rights.
Bhumichchhidranyaya: This meant rights of ownership were acquired by making barren land cultivable for the first time and was free from liability to pay rent for it.
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4
Who among the following is not associated with medicine in ancient India?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Bhaskaracharya
Dhanvantari was one of the Navratnas of Chandragupta II. He was a master in Ayurveda. Charaka and Susruta were also great scholars of Ayurveda. Charak was the physician of Kanishka who wrote 'Charaka Samhita' while Bhaskaracharya was a great astronomer and mathematician. He composed ‘Siddhanta Shiromani’ and ‘Lilavati’ based on astronomy and mathematics.
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5
Who among the following is known for his work on Medicine during Gupta period?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Sushruta
Susrutha, also spelled Sushruta, was an ancient Indian physician and surgeon who lived during the Gupta period, which lasted from approximately the 4th to the 6th century CE. He is widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of surgery and is known for his significant contributions to the field of medicine.
Susrutha`s work is primarily documented in the Susrutha Samhita, a comprehensive treatise on medicine and surgery. This text is considered one of the earliest and most influential works on surgery in the world. It covers various aspects of medical practice, including anatomy, diagnostics, therapeutics, and surgical techniques. Susrutha`s expertise in surgery is particularly notable, as he introduced and described several surgical procedures and instruments.
One of the most well-known contributions attributed to Susrutha is his pioneering work on plastic surgery. He developed techniques for reconstructive surgery, including procedures for repairing damaged noses, ears, and lips. These techniques involved grafting skin from different parts of the body and utilizing flaps to ensure successful restoration. Susrutha`s understanding of human anatomy and his meticulous surgical methods were highly advanced for his time.