Authors Scholars and their Works MCQ Practice Questions
Ques: 1
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).
Ques: 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.
Ques: 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.
Ques: 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.
Ques: 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.
Ques: 6
In Sanskrit plays written during the Gupta period women and Sudras speak:
Correct Answer:
(B) Prakrit
In Sanskrit plays, written during Gupta period, women and Sudra spoke in Prakrit language while upper varnas (class) person used Sanskrit to speak.
Ques: 7
Which one of the following is the main teaching of Gita?
Correct Answer:
(D) Nishkama karma yoga
Nishkama Karma, or selfless or desireless action, is an action performed without any expectation of fruits or results and the central tenet of Karma yoga path to liberation. It advocates achieving success following the principles of Yoga and stop- ping beyond personal goals and agendas while pursuing any action over greater good, which has become well known since it is the central message of the Bhagavad Gita.
Ques: 8
Consider the following statements with reference to Sangam texts:
Tirukkural deals with grammar and poetics.
Tolkkappiyam deals with philosophy.
Manimekalai deals with a love story of Madhavi and Kannagi.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
Correct Answer:
(C) All three
Statement 1 is incorrect: A text called Tolkappiyam, which deals with grammar and poetics written by Tolkappiyar.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Tamil text deals with philosophy and wise maxims, and is called Tirukkural. This text is written by Thiruvalluvar.
Statement 3 is incorrect: There are twin Tamil epics called Silappadikaram and Manimekalai. Silappadikaram deals with a love story in which a dignitary called Kovalan prefers a courtesan called Madhavi of Kaveripattinam to his wedded wife Kannagi from a noble family. It is written by IlangoAdigal. The other epic, Manimekalai, was written by a grain merchant Sittalai Sattanar of Madurai. It deals with the adventures of the daughter born of the union of Kovalan and Madhavi. However, this epic is of greater religious than literary interest.
Ques: 9
‘Mrichchhakatika’ an ancient Indian book written by Shudraka deals with:
Correct Answer:
(A) The love affair of a rich merchant with the daughter of a courtesan
‘Mrichchhakatika” or “The Little clay Cart” written by Sudraka deals with the love story of a rich merchant with the daughter of a courtesan. It also tells, about the changes in the society during the Gupta period. It also provides information about some shudra officers in Ujjayini.
Ques: 10
Whose contribution is there in ancient Sankhya Darshan?
Correct Answer:
(A) Kapila
Sankhya Darshan is one of the most ancient philosophical schools of India. Maharshi Kapila is known as the ‘Acharya’ of Sankhya Darshan. He composed ‘Sankhya Sutra’ and Tatvasamas.