Exploring Ancient Indian Metallurgy
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Where have statues of Buddha belonging to the Kushan period been found?

  • Hampi
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Takshila (correct)
  • Indus Valley
  • What is an exemplary achievement of ancient India in the field of metallurgy?

  • Development of intricate metal jewelry
  • Introduction of iron smelting in the Indian subcontinent
  • Discovery of a metallic idol of a female dancer from the Indus Valley Civilization (correct)
  • Invention of advanced metalworking techniques
  • Which academic discipline is considered a part of social science?

  • Physics
  • Botany
  • Astrology
  • Archaeology (correct)
  • What evidence suggests the use of metallurgy in practical life in ancient India?

    <p>Presence of advanced metal tools in Harappan sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes positivist social scientists from interpretivist social scientists?

    <p>Use of methods resembling those of the natural sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what century was the term 'science of society' established?

    <p>19th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the modern academic practice of social science researchers?

    <p>Eclectic use of multiple methodologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which academic discipline is NOT considered a part of social science?

    <p>Botany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Statues of Buddha

    • Statues of Buddha belonging to the Kushan period have been found in Mathura and Sarnath.

    Achievements in Metallurgy

    • An exemplary achievement of ancient India in the field of metallurgy is the production of high-quality steel through the crucible process.

    Social Science

    • Economics, Politics, and Sociology are considered part of social science.
    • Philosophy is NOT considered a part of social science.

    Evidence of Metallurgy

    • The rust-resistant iron pillar in Delhi, built in the 4th century CE, is evidence of the use of metallurgy in practical life in ancient India.

    Positivist vs Interpretivist Social Scientists

    • Positivist social scientists focus on empirical research and quantitative methods, whereas interpretivist social scientists focus on qualitative methodologies and interpretive analysis.

    History of Social Science

    • The term 'science of society' was established in the 19th century.

    Modern Academic Practice

    • Modern academic practice of social science researchers is characterized by the use of empirical evidence, objectivity, and neutrality.

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    Test your knowledge of ancient Indian metallurgy with this quiz! Explore the remarkable achievements of ancient India in the field of metallurgy, from the metallic idol of a female dancer from the Indus Valley Civilization to the statues of Buddha from the Kushan period.

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