As the UPSC CSE Preliminary Examination 2024 approaches, candidates aspiring to crack the exam are engrossed in rigorous revision and mock test attempts to ensure their readiness.

Engaging in prelims test series and thoroughly revising all study materials reinforces understanding and strengthens conceptual knowledge.

To evaluate your grasp on Ancient Indian History, here are some previous years questions along with solutions:

1. Regarding ancient India, assess the validity of the following statements:

(1) The concept of Stupa originates from Buddhism.

(2) Stupas primarily served as repositories for relics.

(3) Stupas were constructed as votive and commemorative structures in the Buddhist tradition.

Solution: True, the concept of the Stupa is indeed Buddhist in origin, commonly serving as repositories for relics. Statement 3 is also accurate, as stupas were erected as votive and commemorative structures in the Buddhist tradition.

1. In ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar, and Muchiri were renowned for:

(1) Serving as capital cities

(2) Functioning as ports

(3) Serving as centers for iron-and-steel production

(4) Being shrines of Jain Tirthankaras

Solution: In ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar, and Muchiri were notable ports.

III. Which dynasties established their own kingdoms in the early eighth century AD?

(a) Hoysala

(b) Gahadavala

(c) Kakatiya

(d) Yadava

Solution: None of the mentioned dynasties established their kingdoms in the early eighth century AD.

1. Which ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire oversaw the construction of a substantial dam across the Tungabhadra River, along with a canal-cum-aqueduct stretching several kilometers from the river to the capital city?

(1) Devaraya I

(2) Mallikatjuna

(3) Vira Vijaya

(4) Virupaksha

Solution: Devaraya I of the Vijayanagara Empire orchestrated the construction of a large dam across the Tungabhadra River, along with a lengthy canal-cum-aqueduct leading from the river to the capital city.

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