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Which concepts became more prominent during the Later Vedic Period?
Which concepts became more prominent during the Later Vedic Period?
Which religion began to form from the Vedic religion around 500 BCE?
Which religion began to form from the Vedic religion around 500 BCE?
What was the foundation of Jainism's scriptures called?
What was the foundation of Jainism's scriptures called?
Which major sects developed within Jainism?
Which major sects developed within Jainism?
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What was a significant emphasis of the Bhakti movement?
What was a significant emphasis of the Bhakti movement?
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How did Sufism spread beyond the Islamic world?
How did Sufism spread beyond the Islamic world?
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Which major schools of Buddhism emerged over time?
Which major schools of Buddhism emerged over time?
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In which languages did many Bhakti saints compose their devotional poetry and songs?
In which languages did many Bhakti saints compose their devotional poetry and songs?
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What was one of the primary social reforms advocated by the Arya Samaj?
What was one of the primary social reforms advocated by the Arya Samaj?
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In which region of India did the Arya Samaj initially gain significant followers?
In which region of India did the Arya Samaj initially gain significant followers?
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What is the central concept of Sri Aurobindo's philosophy?
What is the central concept of Sri Aurobindo's philosophy?
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What does the concept of 'Supermind' refer to in Sri Aurobindo's philosophy?
What does the concept of 'Supermind' refer to in Sri Aurobindo's philosophy?
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How did Sufism adapt to different cultural contexts?
How did Sufism adapt to different cultural contexts?
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Which movement is associated with Raja Ram Mohan Roy?
Which movement is associated with Raja Ram Mohan Roy?
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What was a significant feature of urban planning in the Indus Valley Civilization?
What was a significant feature of urban planning in the Indus Valley Civilization?
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Which of the following is a possible reason for the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization?
Which of the following is a possible reason for the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization?
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Which of the following best describes the concept of Rigid and Flexible in the context of the Indian Constitution?
Which of the following best describes the concept of Rigid and Flexible in the context of the Indian Constitution?
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What is the significance of the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 in the context of fundamental duties?
What is the significance of the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 in the context of fundamental duties?
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Which term describes a procedure to keep a person in custody until proven guilty?
Which term describes a procedure to keep a person in custody until proven guilty?
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What was the primary impact of the Bhakti Movement on Indian society?
What was the primary impact of the Bhakti Movement on Indian society?
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What is the core principle of Sufism that contributed to its spread in diverse cultures?
What is the core principle of Sufism that contributed to its spread in diverse cultures?
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Which ancient Indian medical system is known for its holistic approach to health and longevity?
Which ancient Indian medical system is known for its holistic approach to health and longevity?
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What major transition is characteristic of the Later Vedic Period?
What major transition is characteristic of the Later Vedic Period?
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Which classical language is regarded as the oldest and most documented in the world?
Which classical language is regarded as the oldest and most documented in the world?
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Study Notes
Indian Constitution MCQs
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Feature of Indian Constitution:
- Written constitution
- Federalism
- Judicial Review
- Not Presidential form of government
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Basic Structure of Indian Constitution:
- Rule of law
- Secularism
- Not Right to Property
- Parliamentary form of government
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Indian Constitution Type:
- Neither rigid nor flexible
- Partly rigid and partly flexible
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Salient Features of the Indian Constitution:
- Single citizenship for India.
- Strictly federal form of government.
- Unique blend of rigidity and flexibility.
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Members of the Constituent Assembly:
- Information not provided.
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Fundamental Rights Location:
- Part III
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Right to Equality Components:
- Equality before law
- Equality of opportunity
- Abolition of untouchability
- Not Absolute equality (not included in right to equality)
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Unsuspendable Fundamental Rights:
- Right to life and personal liberty
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Right to Religious Freedom Articles:
- Articles 25-28
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Article Abolishing Untouchability:
- Article 17
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Right Against Exploitation:
- Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labor
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Writ 'To be Informed':
- Certiorari
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Indian Constitution Opening:
- Preamble
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Judicial Work:
- Verifying laws
- Evaluating laws
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Directive Principles of State Policy Location:
- Part IV
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Amendment Act Adding Fundamental Duty:
- 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
- 86th Amendment Act, 2002
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Written Order for Release:
- Habeas Corpus
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Order Preventing Actions:
- Quo warranto
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Indian Constitution Types:
- Written and Unwritten
- Rigid and Flexible
- Includes both
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Major Jute Cultivation Centre (Before 1855):
- Bengal
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Major Jute Cultivation Centre (After 1855):
- Bengal
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Father of Medicines:
- Charaka
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Father of Surgery:
- Sushruta
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Ayurvedic Detoxification/Rejuvenation:
- Panchakarma
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Ancient Cataract Surgery Tool:
- Jabamukhi salaka
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Earliest Manuscript of India on Zero:
- Bakhshali
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Initial Italian Name for Zero:
- Zefero
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Science of Longevity (holistic health):
- Ayurveda
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Indian Crystallisation of Sugar Dynasty:
- Gupta dynasty
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Oldest Classical Language:
- Sanskrit
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Early Vedic Period Timeframe:
- 1500-1000 BCE
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Later Vedic Period Societal Shift:
- From pastoral to agrarian
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Vedic Religion Development (approximately 500 BCE):
- Basis of Buddhism, Hinduism
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Last Jain Tirthankara:
- Mahavira
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Jain Scriptures:
- Agamas or Jain Sutras
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Major Jain Sects:
- Digambara and Svetambara
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Founder of Buddhism:
- Siddhartha Gautama
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Major Buddhist Schools:
- Theravada, Mahayana, Vajrayana
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Language of Bhakti Saints' Devotional Songs:
- Vernacular Languages
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Emphasis of Bhakti Movement:
- Emotional connection to divine
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Regions Associated with Early Sufism Development:
- Mecca and Medina
- Cairo and Damascus
- Basra and Kufa
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Sufism Spread Method:
- Through trade and migration
- Through Sufi missionaries and mystics
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Sufism's Role in Modern Era:
- Continued to evolve and adapt while maintaining core principles
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Brahmo Samaj Founder and Year:
- Debendranath Tagore, 1820
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Brahmo Dharma Introduced by:
- KeshubChunderSen
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Rejected Practices by the Arya Samaj:
- Idol worship
- Support for child marriage
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Key Social Reforms by Arya Samaj:
- Abolition of widow remarriage
- Promotion of widow remarriage
- Support for child marriage
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Central Concept of Sri Aurobindo's Philosophy:
- Integral Yoga
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"Supermind" in Sri Aurobindo's Philosophy:
- Higher level of consciousness beyond the human mind
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Sri Aurobindo's Aim of Spiritual Transformation:
- To achieve a higher state of consciousness and realization of divine presence
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Synthesis of Yoga Works by Sri Aurobindo:
- The Synthesis of Yoga
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Sufism Adaptation Method:
- Integrating with local customs and traditions
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Fort in Delhi originally built by Mughal and Later British:
- Red Fort
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Jantar Mantar:
- Astronomical Observatory
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Indus Valley Civilization Discovery Years:
- 1921, 1931
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Major Indus Valley Cities:
- Harappa
- Mohenjo-Daro
- Lothal
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Indus Valley Trade Relations:
- Egyptian
- Mesopotamian
- Chinese
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Key Feature of Indus Valley Urban Planning:
- Grid-patterned streets
- Elevated Buildings
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Possible Reasons for Indus Valley Decline:
- Invasion by outsiders
- Climate change and tectonic activity
- Invention of new technologies
- Internal social conflict
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Indus Valley Advanced Innovations:
- Writing systems
- Metallurgy
- Architecture
- Astronomy
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Structure Above Garbhagriha in Hindu Temple:
- Shikhara, Vimana
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Towing Entrance of South Indian Hindu Temple:
- Gopuram
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Tamil Nadu Hindu Temple with Intricate Carvings:
- Brihadeeswarar Temple
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Hindu Temple Famous for Erotic Sculptures:
- Khajuraho
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Hindu Temple with Chariot-shaped Structure:
- Konark
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Oldest Surviving Buddhist Monument:
- Sanchi Stupa
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Key Architectural Feature of Buddhist Stupa:
- Dome-shaped structure
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Place of Buddha's Enlightenment:
- Bodh Gaya
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Significant Monastic Complex in Ancient India (learning center):
- Sanchi Stupa
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Most Famous Buddhist Monument in Myanmar:
- Shwedagon Pagoda
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Rajasthan Fort with Impressive Architecture:
- Mehrangarh Fort
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UNESCO World Heritage Site and Mughal Architecture:
- Taj Mahal
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