Ancient history is one of the most scoring yet often confusing sections in competitive exams If you want to master the basics of early civilizations, dynasties and cultural developments this Ancient History Questions Quiz is the right place to begin Designed with an exam first mindset it helps you revise important topics quickly and effectively.
This quiz is specially prepared for SSC GD, MTS, RRB and other competitive exams covering frequently asked questions from the Indus Valley Civilization Vedic period Mauryan and Gupta eras The questions are based on past exam trends, ensuring relevance, accuracy and a clear understanding of key historical concepts without unnecessary complexity.
Whether you are starting your preparation or strengthening revision this Ancient History quiz offers a beginner friendly and reliable practice experience Regular practice with such topic wise quizzes improves retention boosts confidence and builds a strong foundation for scoring well in the General Knowledge section of any competitive exam.
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Ancient History Questions Quiz : For SSC GD, MTS, RRB And all Competitive Exam
Q. Who established Jainism in India?
A.Parshvanath
B.Rishabhdev
C. Mahavir
D.Buddha
Answer: C. Mahavir
Q. Who among the following worked in the field of medicine?
A.Charak
B. Sushruta
C. Dhanvantari
D.Nagarjuna
Answer: B. Sushruta
Q. Which Veda is based on rituals?
A.Rigveda
B. Samaveda
C.Atharvaveda
D.Yajurveda
Answer: D. Yajurveda
Q. In which Veda is information about the culture of the ancient Vedic era found?
A. Samaveda
B.Yajurveda
C.Rigveda
D.Atharvaveda
Answer: C.Rigveda
Q. What is the literal meaning of the word ‘Arya’?
A.Warrior
B. knowledgeable
C. Best or elite
D. religious
Answer: C. Best or elite
Q. How many Vedas are there in total?
A.2
B.3
C.4
D.5
Answer: C.4
Q. Who helped Ashoka in acquiring the kingdom after the death of Bindusara?
A.Chanakya
B.Radha Gupta
C.Jupiter
D.Takshila
Answer: B.Radha Gupta
Q. What did people worship during the Indus Valley Civilization?
A. Mother Goddess
B.fire
C. Pashupati
D.Vishnu
Answer: C. Pashupati
Q. Which profession did the Rig Vedic Aryans do?
A.Agriculture
B. business
C.craft
D. Animal Husbandry
Answer: D. Animal Husbandry
Q. Who built the stone inscription of Junagadh?
A.Ashoka
B.Samudragupta
C. Rudradaman I
D.Chandragupta
Answer: C. Rudradaman I
Q. King Ashoka was the ruler of which dynasty?
A. Gupta Dynasty
B. Maurya Dynasty
C. Shunga Dynasty
D. Satavahana Dynasty
Answer: B. Maurya Dynasty
Q. Which crop was unknown to the people of the Vedic period?
A. Wheat
B. Barley
C. Rice
D. Tobacco
Answer: D. Tobacco
Q. To which religion does the Acharanga Sutra belong?
A. Buddhism
B. Vedic
C. Jainism
D. Shaivism
Answer: C. Jainism
Q. Where was the capital of the Chera dynasty?
A. Madurai
B. Kanchi
C. Vanji
D. Uraiyur
Answer: C. Vanji
Q. Which river was called ‘Drishadvati River’ in the Vedic period?
A. Saraswati
B. Ghaggar
C. Yamuna
D. Sutlej
Answer: B. Ghaggar
Q. To which religion does the Tripitaka text belong?
A. Jainism
B. Vedic
C. Buddhism
D. Shaivism
Answer: C. Buddhism
Q. Who is called the ‘Napoleon of India’?
A. Chandragupta Maurya
B. Ashoka
C. Samudragupta
D. Harshavardhana
Answer: C. Samudragupta
Q. Lalitgiri, a famous Buddhist site, is located in which state?
A. Bihar
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Odisha
D. West Bengal
Answer: C. Odisha
Q. Who was the highest officer for revenue collection during the Mauryan period?
A. Samaharta
B. Mahamatya
C. Senapati
D. Purohit
Answer: A. Samaharta
Q. Who is referred to as ‘Nigantha Nataputta’ in the Pali texts?
A. Buddha
B. Mahavira Swami
C. Parshvanatha
D. Rishabhadeva
Answer: B. Mahavira Swami
Q. In which inscription is the name of Kalidasa found? A. Prayag inscription
B. Ayloh inscription
C. Junagadh inscription
D.Nashik Inscription
Answer: B. Ayloh inscription
Q. Under whose leadership did the Shwetambara sect develop?
A. Mahavir
B. isthabahu
C. Bhadrabahu
D. Sudharma
Answer: B. Sthabhu
Q. In which period was the Gotra established?
A. Later Vedic period
B.Rigvedic period
C. Maurya period
D. Gupta period
Answer: B.Rigvedic period
Conclusion
In conclusion consistent practice of Ancient History questions is essential for building clarity and accuracy in competitive exams This quiz helps you revise key topics in a simple exam oriented manner without feeling overwhelmed Keep practicing regularly to strengthen your GK preparation and improve your overall exam performance.