How well do you know about the Prehistoric Period in India?
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What is the time period of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  • 1000 AD to 1500 AD
  • 3300 BC to 1400 BC (correct)
  • 500 BC to 500 AD
  • 2000 BC to 1000 BC

    • What is the name of the period in India that is divided into Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic, and Metal Age?

  • Medieval period
  • Prehistoric period (correct)
  • Ancient period
  • Modern period

    • What is the period of human settlement in India that is divided into Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic, and Metal Age?

  • Industrial period
  • Contemporary period
  • Prehistoric period (correct)
  • Modern period

    • What was the primary source of food during the Old Stone Age in India?

    <p>Hunting and gathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of food during the Old Stone Age in India?

    <p>Hunting and gathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name for the Indus Valley Civilization?

    <p>Harappan Civilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period in India is considered as the transitional phase between Paleolithic and Neolithic Age?

    <p>Mesolithic Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region was not part of the Indus Valley Civilization?

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

    What is the Mesolithic period?

    <p>The transitional phase between Paleolithic and Neolithic Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the progress in human civilization during the Neolithic Age in India?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What progress in human civilization was made during the Neolithic Age in India?

    <p>Domestication of animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first crop cultivated in the Indus Valley Civilization?

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

    What were some of the metal products produced in the Indus Valley Civilization?

    <p>Copper, bronze, and tin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are Old Stone Age sites widely found in India?

    <p>In various parts of the Indian subcontinent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of remains are widely found in various parts of the Indian subcontinent during the Old Stone Age?

    <p>Paleolithic remains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some of the factors that caused the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization?

    <p>Tectonic movements, floods, and deforestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to reconstruct the history of the prehistoric period in India?

    <p>Archaeological remains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Metal Age?

    <p>The period when metal tools were first used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long did it take for new cities to emerge after the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization?

    <p>1400 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is horticulture?

    <p>The practice of cultivating plants for ornamental purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of food during the Mesolithic period in India?

    <p>Hunting and gathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period in India is marked by the domestication of animals, horticulture, and primitive cultivation?

    <p>Neolithic Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of archaeology in reconstructing history?

    <p>Archaeological remains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which food was obtained during the Mesolithic period?

    <p>Hunting and gathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the period in India that is characterized by the use of metal tools and weapons?

    <p>Metal Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What progress in human civilization was made during the Neolithic Age in India besides the domestication of animals?

    <p>Construction of permanent settlements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of food during the Neolithic Age in India?

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

    Study Notes

    • Human settlements in India date back to prehistoric times.
    • Archaeological remains are used to reconstruct the history of this period.
    • Prehistoric period in India is divided into Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic, and Metal Age.
    • Old Stone Age sites are widely found in various parts of the Indian subcontinent.
    • Food was obtained by hunting animals and gathering edible plants and tubers.
    • Mesolithic is the transitional phase between Paleolithic and Neolithic Age.
    • The hunting-gathering pattern of life continued during the Mesolithic period.
    • In the Neolithic Age, there was progress in human civilization.
    • Domestication of animals, horticulture, and primitive cultivation started.
    • Neolithic remains are found in various parts of India.

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    "Discover the fascinating history of prehistoric settlements in India with our quiz! Test your knowledge on Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic, and Metal Age periods, and learn about the transition from hunting and gathering to domestication of animals and primitive cultivation. Explore archaeological remains and uncover the secrets of India's ancient past. Perfect for history buffs and anyone interested in Indian culture and heritage."

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