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| 1. |
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (AS) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (AS): Francis Buchanan’s tours of Mysore and Eastern India and Colin Mackenze’s tours of Southern India, can be said to have inaugurated the era of ‘scientific’ understanding of India based on detailed local knowledge.Reason (R): Both Buchanan and Mackenzie paid attention to India’s distinctiveness, the caste system but both men are haphazard and unsystematic.Read the above statements and select the correct answers from the codes given below:Codes: |
| A. | (AS) is correct, but (R) is false. |
| B. | (AS) is incorrect, but (R) is correct. |
| C. | Both are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| D. | Both are correct and (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2. |
Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List - I List - IIa. Indian States Commission i. 1932b. Communal Award ii. 1929c. Gandhi-Irwin Pact iii. 1928d. Lahore Session of the Congress iv. 1931Codes:a b c d |
| A. | iiiiivii |
| B. | iiiiiivi |
| C. | iiiiiiiv |
| D. | iviiiiii |
| Answer» B. iiiiiivi | |
| 3. |
Which one of the following was the leader of Wahabi Movement? |
| A. | Syed Ahmad of Rai Bareilly |
| B. | Sir Syed Ahmad Khan |
| C. | Muhammad Abdul Wahab |
| D. | Waliulla |
| Answer» B. Sir Syed Ahmad Khan | |
| 4. |
The Blue Water Policy was associated with: |
| A. | Vasco Da Gama |
| B. | De Almeida |
| C. | Albuquerque |
| D. | Alfonso de Souza |
| Answer» C. Albuquerque | |
| 5. |
Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List - I List - IIa. Introduction of the system of direct recruitment to the I.C.S. through a competitive examination i. 1853b. Introduction of the portfolio system ii. 1861c. Establishment of Federal Court iii. 1919d. Introduction of Dyarchy in the Provinces. iv. 1937Codes:a b c d |
| A. | iiiiviii |
| B. | iiiiiiiv |
| C. | iiiiiiiv |
| D. | iv iiiiii |
| Answer» B. iiiiiiiv | |
| 6. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (AS) and the other labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (AS): The focal points in the Maratha political system was the institution of hereditary Peshwas.Reason (R): Baji Rao changed the character of Maratha movement from struggle for national survival to empire building.In the context of the above statements, which one of the following codes is correct?Codes: |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| C. | (AS) is true, but (R) is false. |
| D. | (AS) is false, but (R) is true. |
| Answer» C. (AS) is true, but (R) is false. | |
| 7. |
Arrange the following monuments in chronological order of construction and select the correct answer from the codes given below:i Jama Masjid, Delhiii Tomb of Humayun, Delhiiii Badshahi Masjid, Lahoreiv Taj Mahal, AgraCodes:a b c d |
| A. | iiiiiiiv |
| B. | iiiviiii |
| C. | iiiiiiiv |
| D. | iviiiiii |
| Answer» C. iiiiiiiv | |
| 8. |
Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List - I List - II(Monument) (Place)a. Tomb of Rabia Daurani i. Agrab. Tomb of Safdar Jung ii. Sikandrac. Tomb of Akbar iii. Delhid. Tomb of Fatehpuri Begum iv. AurangabadCodes: a b c d |
| A. | iiiiiiiv |
| B. | iiiiiivi |
| C. | iviiiiii |
| D. | iiiiviii |
| Answer» D. iiiiviii | |
| 9. |
Regarding the nature of the late medieval rural society of India which one of the following is correct? |
| A. | The rural society of the medieval period was highly stratified in nature. |
| B. | Natural calamities, wars and local oppression often contributed to the shifting of rural people from one village to the other. |
| C. | The social structure of the village, old or new, reflected almost the same nature. |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 10. |
Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the codes given below:i The provinces of the Gangetic plain, during the 17th century showed substantial rise in the lands classified as zabt.ii The zabt expansion increased the ability of the administration to deal directly with village elite.iii Steady growth in the measured area helped the Mughal State to keep pace with rising agricultural production over the country.iv The cultivators turned to more valuable cash crops such as sugarcane or cotton.Codes: |
| A. | i and ii |
| B. | ii and iii |
| C. | ii, iii and iv |
| D. | i, ii, iii and iv |
| Answer» E. | |
| 11. |
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (AS) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (AS): Concerning progress of education Akbar was not satisfied with mere multiplication of maktabs and madrasas.Reason (R): Akbar revised the syllabus of educational institutions thoroughly.Read the above statements and select the correct answer from the codes given below:Codes: |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| C. | (AS) is true, but (R) is false. |
| D. | (AS) is false, but (R) is true. |
| Answer» B. Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). | |
| 12. |
Abdur Rahim Khan-i-khanan made important architectural contributions at |
| A. | Burhanpur |
| B. | Kabul |
| C. | Lahore |
| D. | Agra |
| Answer» B. Kabul | |
| 13. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (AS) and the other labelled as Reason (R). Select the correct answer from the codes given below:Assertion (AS): Rajputs enrolled in large numbers in Akbar’s Tauhid-i-Ilahi.Reason (R): Akbar’s alliance with the Rajputs began as a political condition, but later it developed into closer relations between Hindus and Muslims.Codes: |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| C. | (AS) is true, but (R) is false. |
| D. | (AS) is false, but (R) is true. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 14. |
Pietra dura, a decorative style, was adopted in the Mughal architecture from the reign of |
| A. | Humayun |
| B. | Jahangir |
| C. | Shah Jahan |
| D. | Aurangzeb |
| Answer» C. Shah Jahan | |
| 15. |
Which one of the following is not correctly matched?Author Book |
| A. | Ebba Koch -Mughal Architecture |
| B. | John F. Richards -The Mughal Empire |
| C. | Andre Wink -The History of Mughal Architecture |
| D. | R. Nath -The immortal Taj Mahal |
| Answer» D. R. Nath -The immortal Taj Mahal | |
| 16. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (AS) and the other labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (AS): Alauddin Khilji revoked most of the small iqtas granted by the previous sultans.Reason (R): State’s share was increased to one half of the produce.In the context of the above statements, which one of the following is correct?Codes: |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| C. | (AS) is true, but (R) is false. |
| D. | (AS) is false, but (R) is true. |
| Answer» C. (AS) is true, but (R) is false. | |
| 17. |
Goa and Konkan regions were annexed to the Vijayanagar Empire during the reign of: |
| A. | Harihara II |
| B. | Devaraya II |
| C. | Krishna Devaraya |
| D. | Narsa Nayak |
| Answer» B. Devaraya II | |
| 18. |
Arrange the following expeditions of Shershah in chronological order:i. Raisinii. Kalinjariii. Malwaiv. Marwar |
| A. | iii i iv ii |
| B. | ii iii i iv |
| C. | iv i iii ii |
| D. | i ii iii iv |
| Answer» B. ii iii i iv | |
| 19. |
The term cartaz in the medieval period stood for: |
| A. | Ilbari permits for inland trade |
| B. | Portuguese permit for sea trade |
| C. | Dutch permit for sea trade |
| D. | Mughal permits for inland trade |
| Answer» C. Dutch permit for sea trade | |
| 20. |
Sijdah theoretically means: |
| A. | Prostration before King |
| B. | Prostration before God |
| C. | Prostration before Diwan |
| D. | Prostration before Imam |
| Answer» C. Prostration before Diwan | |
| 21. |
Which of the sultans prohibited Muslim women from worshipping at the graves of the saints? |
| A. | Balban |
| B. | Alauddin Khilji |
| C. | Muhammad Tughlaq |
| D. | Firozshah Tughlaq |
| Answer» E. | |
| 22. |
Consider the following statements and choose correct answer from the codes given below:i Shaikh Hamiduddin Nagauri was a chishti saint.ii The early chishtis disapproved the miracles.iii The chistis order originated in India.iv Shaikh Bahaud-din Zakaria had his Khanqah in Patna.Codes: |
| A. | i and iv |
| B. | ii and iii |
| C. | i and ii |
| D. | iii and iv |
| Answer» D. iii and iv | |
| 23. |
Which one of the following dynasties did not belong to Kashmir? |
| A. | Hindu Shahi |
| B. | Karkota |
| C. | Utapala |
| D. | Lohar |
| Answer» B. Karkota | |
| 24. |
Arrange the following law-givers in chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given below:i Katyayanaii Medhatithiiii Vishnuiv DevanabhattaCodes: |
| A. | i iii ii iv |
| B. | ii iv i iii |
| C. | iii i ii iv |
| D. | iv ii iii i |
| Answer» D. iv ii iii i | |
| 25. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (AS) and thelabelled as Reason (R).Assertion (AS): The defeat of Bhoja-I of the Paramara dynasty of Malwa by Karna of the Kalachuri dynasty of Tripuri was followed by the latter to abdicate his throne.Reason (R): Bhoja-I and Karna were eternal enemies of each other.Read the above statements and select the correct answer from the codes given below:Codes: |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| C. | (AS) is true, but (R) is false. |
| D. | (AS) is false, but (R) is true. |
| Answer» C. (AS) is true, but (R) is false. | |
| 26. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (AS) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (AS): Subinfeudation gave rise to a hierarchy of landlords, different from the actual tillers of the soil.Reason (R): From 8th century onwards, hierarchical control over land was created by large scale sub infeudation.Read the above statements and select the correct answer from the codes given below:Codes: |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| C. | (AS) is true, but (R) is false. |
| D. | (AS) is false, but (R) is true. |
| Answer» B. Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). | |
| 27. |
Which of the elliptical temples built at the following sites during 3rd-1st century B.C. was dedicated to Naga cult? |
| A. | Vidisha |
| B. | Dangwada |
| C. | Sonkh |
| D. | Atranjikhera |
| Answer» D. Atranjikhera | |
| 28. |
Arrange the following early Acharyas of Shrivaishnava sect of South India in chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List:i Yamunacharyaii Pundarikakshaiii Nathmuniiv RamamishraCodes: |
| A. | i iii ii iv |
| B. | iv i iii ii |
| C. | iii ii iv i |
| D. | ii iv i iii |
| Answer» D. ii iv i iii | |
| 29. |
Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List - I List - II(Author) (Work)a. Mammata i. Kumarapalacharitab. Sandhyakara Nandi ii. Ramacharitac. Hemachandra iii. Kavyaprakashad. Bhatti iv. RavanavadhaCodes:a b c d |
| A. | iiiiviii |
| B. | iiiviiii |
| C. | iiiiiiiv |
| D. | iviiiiii |
| Answer» D. iviiiiii | |
| 30. |
Which is not true of the contents of the Aihole Inscription of Pulakeshin-II? |
| A. | Ravikirti, its composer calls himself equal of Bhasa and Kalidasa. |
| B. | Pulakeshin II is projected a great conqueror. |
| C. | Pulakeshin II is called Satyashraya. |
| D. | It is dated in saka era 561 (= 639 - 40 AD) |
| Answer» E. | |
| 31. |
Who has applied the theory of Feudalism for the Chola State? |
| A. | R.C. Majumdar |
| B. | Burton Stein |
| C. | R.N. Nandi |
| D. | A. Southal |
| Answer» D. A. Southal | |
| 32. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (AS) and the other labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (AS): Ashoka’s consecration was postponed for four years even after his actual accession.Reason (R): The royal astrologer warned him that the coming four years are not auspicious for this occasion.In the context of the above statements, which one of the following is correct?Codes: |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS). |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS). |
| C. | (AS) is true, but (R) is false. |
| D. | (AS) is false, but (R) is true. |
| Answer» D. (AS) is false, but (R) is true. | |
| 33. |
Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List - I List - II(Form of marriage) (Meaning)a. Arsha i. stealing a girl who is sleeping, intoxicated or disordered in intellect.b. Paishacha ii. the purchase of bridec. Asura iii. the father gives the daughter after receiving a cow and a bull or two pairs from bridegroom.d. Rakshasa iv. the forcible abduction of the maiden from her house.Codes:a b c d |
| A. | iiiiiiiv |
| B. | iiiviiii |
| C. | iiiiiiiv |
| D. | iviiiiii |
| Answer» D. iviiiiii | |
| 34. |
Which of the below mentioned inscriptions of Mauryan times provides details related to famine relief? |
| A. | Mahasthan inscription |
| B. | Erragudi inscription |
| C. | Nittur inscription |
| D. | Jarrgada inscription |
| Answer» B. Erragudi inscription | |
| 35. |
Which one of the following sites is not associated with Painted Grey Ware? |
| A. | Gilaulikhera |
| B. | Noh |
| C. | Tripuri |
| D. | Satwali |
| Answer» D. Satwali | |
| 36. |
Of the following, which does not form a part of Bhagvad Gita? |
| A. | An emphasis on bhakti |
| B. | The condemnation of Ajivikas |
| C. | The imperishable Atman |
| D. | Great emphasis on karma without having any regard for the fruit |
| Answer» C. The imperishable Atman | |
| 37. |
Point out which one of the following sites has yielded the remains of a Jaina stupa? |
| A. | Sanchi |
| B. | Dhamnar |
| C. | Nalanda |
| D. | Mathura |
| Answer» E. | |
| 38. |
Sanauli in Baghpat district of UP is known for which one of its following Archaeological remains? |
| A. | Megaliths monuments |
| B. | Neoliths instruments |
| C. | Harappan cemetery |
| D. | OCP culture remains |
| Answer» D. OCP culture remains | |
| 39. |
Which of the following was one of the causes of differences between the Buddha and Devadatta? |
| A. | Buddha’s faith in non-violence |
| B. | Buddha’s desire to abandon the life of a renunciate after ten years. |
| C. | Devadatta’s suggestions for making the followers the forest-dwellers. |
| D. | Buddha’s desire not to allow the women to enter the samgha. |
| Answer» D. Buddha’s desire not to allow the women to enter the samgha. | |
| 40. |
Which of the following is not correct about the vedic age? |
| A. | Some portions of the Rigveda seem to have been added later. |
| B. | There is evidence of the existence of brahmavadinis. |
| C. | The varna divisions started during its later phase. |
| D. | The society was wholly matriarchal. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 41. |
Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List - I List - II(Find-spots of Inscriptions) (Kings)a. Rabtak i. Dharmamahadevib. Shar-i-Kuna ii. Vindhyashaktic. Angul iii. Kanishkad. Basim iv. AshokaCodes:a b c d |
| A. | iiiiiivi |
| B. | iiiiviii |
| C. | iiiiiiiv |
| D. | iviiiiii |
| Answer» C. iiiiiiiv | |
| 42. |
Which one of the following sites in central India has yielded the largest number of copper hoard implements? |
| A. | Kayatha |
| B. | Pondi |
| C. | Gungeria |
| D. | Maheshwar |
| Answer» D. Maheshwar | |
| 43. |
Which of the following estimation techniques are available for the estimation of over-identified systems of simultaneous equations?(i) OLS(ii) ILS(iii) 2SLS(iv) IVCodes: |
| A. | (iii) only |
| B. | (iii) and (iv) only |
| C. | (ii), (iii) and (iv) only |
| D. | (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) |
| Answer» C. (ii), (iii) and (iv) only | |
| 44. |
The order condition is |
| A. | A necessary and sufficient condition for identification. |
| B. | A necessary but not sufficient condition for identification. |
| C. | A sufficient but not necessary condition for identification. |
| D. | A condition that is neither necessary nor sufficient for identification. |
| Answer» C. A sufficient but not necessary condition for identification. | |
| 45. |
Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List - I List - II(Archaeological sites) (River Valley)a. Chandraketugarh i. Amaravatib. Korkai ii. Gangac. Karur iii. Palard. Vasavasamudram iv. VaigaiCodes:a b c d |
| A. | iiiiivii |
| B. | iiiiiiiv |
| C. | iiiviiii |
| D. | iviiiiii |
| Answer» D. iviiiiii | |
| 46. |
Which of the following is not true of Ashoka? |
| A. | He granted land to the ministers and the upper-most strata of bureaucracy in lieu of salary. |
| B. | His Dhamma was an ethic meant for good social conduct and cohesion. |
| C. | He advocated complete tolerance. |
| D. | He made scathing attacks against the useless rituals. |
| Answer» B. His Dhamma was an ethic meant for good social conduct and cohesion. | |
| 47. |
Cobb-Douglas production function Q = ALa K1-a does not possess the characteristics of |
| A. | Constant Returns to Scale |
| B. | Unit Elasticity of Substitution |
| C. | Variable Elasticity of Substitution |
| D. | Linear homogeneity |
| Answer» D. Linear homogeneity | |
| 48. |
Suppose that observations are available on the monthly bond prices of 100 companies for five years. What type of data are these? |
| A. | Cross Sectional |
| B. | Time Series |
| C. | Panel |
| D. | Qualitative |
| Answer» D. Qualitative | |
| 49. |
Linear Programming Technique was developed for the first time by |
| A. | Koopmans |
| B. | Dantzig |
| C. | Leontief |
| D. | Mahalanobis |
| Answer» C. Leontief | |
| 50. |
Estimate of Total Fertility Rate (TFR) from the given Age-Specific Fertility Rates (ASFR):Age Group ASFR15 - 19 19.620 - 24 147.325 - 29 132.930 - 34 56.235 - 39 18.140 - 44 3.845 - 49 1.0 |
| A. | 1.56 |
| B. | 1.86 |
| C. | 2.39 |
| D. | 2.62 |
| Answer» C. 2.39 | |