Ancient Indian Technology: Why Study?
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What are the key questions identified by Rudyard Kipling for gaining knowledge?

  • How, What, Why, When, Who, Where
  • Why, What, When, Where, Who, How
  • Who, What, Why, How, Where, When (correct)
  • Who, Why, When, Where, How, What

Which field did ancient Indian civilization not make advancements in?

  • Ceramics
  • Steelmaking
  • Glassmaking
  • Astronomy (correct)

Why is studying ancient Indian science and technology important?

  • To explore urban planning techniques
  • To address modern problems and inspire new innovations (correct)
  • To learn about ancient Indian scholars
  • To understand ancient Indian agriculture

What are the characteristics of a civilization mentioned in the text?

<p>Philosophy, advanced human society, purposeful/peaceful living (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scholars recognized India's rich civilization and living tradition of science and technology in ancient times?

<p>Aurobindo and Vivekananda (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which areas did India have significant advancements according to the text?

<p>Iron production, Zinc extraction, Glassmaking (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Indus Valley Civilization now known as?

<p>Indus-Sarasvati Civilization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian scholars praised the richness of Indian civilization as still living today?

<p>Aurobindo and Vivekananda (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT part of the ancient Indian scientific methods and technologies mentioned?

<p>Shipbuilding technology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a problem in modern society regarding leadership?

<p>Leaders lack vision (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the current state of people not thinking for themselves?

<p>Intellectual bankruptcy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which book is recommended for additional reference materials in the course?

<p>&quot;History of Technology in India&quot; (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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