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Important Questions on Ancient History

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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 8
The concept of Anuvrata was advocated by _____.
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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 9
Zero was invented by:
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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 10
According to ancient Indian cosmogonic ideas the sequential order of the cycle of four aeons( yugas) is:
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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 11
The River most mentioned in early vedic literature is:
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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 12
Which one of the following is not a part of early Jaina literature?
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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 13
Which of the following were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?
1. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment
2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas 
3. Denial of the efficacy of rituals
4. Non Injury to Animal life
Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 
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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 14
Who among the following is known for his work on medicine during the Gupta Period?
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IAS (PRE) General Studies Paper 1>Chapter 2 - Ancient History>Exercise 1>Q 15
Match the List.
List I                                                        List II
A. Vishakhadatta                                   1. Medicine
B. Varahamihira                                     2. Drama
C. Charaka                                            3. Astronomy
D. Brahmagupta                                    4. Mathematics