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In which century were the Jain texts eventually compiled?
In which century were the Jain texts eventually compiled?
What is the primary focus of the Acharanga Sutra?
What is the primary focus of the Acharanga Sutra?
What is the significance of Bhagawah Sutra?
What is the significance of Bhagawah Sutra?
What is the name of the Jain text that contains the life-sketch of Jain Acharya Bhadrabahu?
What is the name of the Jain text that contains the life-sketch of Jain Acharya Bhadrabahu?
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What is the name of the text written by Kalhana in the 12th century AD that is considered one of the earliest examples of historical writing?
What is the name of the text written by Kalhana in the 12th century AD that is considered one of the earliest examples of historical writing?
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Which Jain text is considered the most important from a historical perspective?
Which Jain text is considered the most important from a historical perspective?
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Which of the following texts is comparable to Aristotle's 'Politics' and Machiavelli's 'Prince'?
Which of the following texts is comparable to Aristotle's 'Politics' and Machiavelli's 'Prince'?
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Who wrote the book 'Tarikh-Sind-wa-Hind' in Arabic language, which was later translated into Persian by Ali Bin Hamid Kufi?
Who wrote the book 'Tarikh-Sind-wa-Hind' in Arabic language, which was later translated into Persian by Ali Bin Hamid Kufi?
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Which of the following texts is primarily a grammar book but also provides information about the political condition of Pre-Maurya and Maurya period?
Which of the following texts is primarily a grammar book but also provides information about the political condition of Pre-Maurya and Maurya period?
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Which of the following texts is a play that provides information about the political condition of Shunga dynasty and previous royal dynasties?
Which of the following texts is a play that provides information about the political condition of Shunga dynasty and previous royal dynasties?
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Study Notes
Indian History
- The Lalit Vistar contains the acts of Gautama Buddha along with religious and social conditions of that time
- The Jain Texts throw light on religious and social conditions of that time
- The Jain Texts were eventually compiled in the 6th century AD in two Jaina Mahasabhas held at Vallabhi in Gujarat
Jain Texts
- 12 Angas are important Jain texts
- Acharanga Sutra contains disciplinary rules and regulations for Jain monks
- Bhagavah Sutra throws light on the life of Mahavira and contains the list of 16 Mahajanapadas
- Namokhamma Katha Sutra contains the preachings of Mahavira
- Antagada-dasao and Anuttaravasyaka-dasao contain life stories of famous Jain monks
- Vivagasuyam Sutra contains discussion on Karma Phala, i.e., fruits of actions
- Bhadrabahu Charita contains the life-sketch of Jain Acharya Bhadrabahu along with glimpses of the later life of Mauryan king Chandragupta Maurya
Historical Texts
- Kautilya's Arthashashtra was compiled in the 4th century BC and gives information about the system of administration and social and religious life of the people of that time
- Kamandaka's Neetisara (4-6 century AD) throws light on the monarchy of the Gupta Period
- Shukra's Neetisara throws light on the monarchy of that time
- Somdev Suri's Neetisara Neetivakyamrita gives information about the state machinery of that time
- Brihaspati's Brahaspatya Arthashastra is a text in Kautilya's Arthashashtra tradition
Rajatarangini
- The Rajatarangini, written by Kalhana in the 12th century AD, is a string of biographies of the kings of Kashmir
- It is the first work to possess several characteristics of historical writing as understood today
- It deals with the history of Kashmir from the earliest times up to the date of composition of that work (1148-50 AD)
Chronicles
- The chronicles of Gujarat, such as Prabandh Kosh (Rajashekhara), Hammir Mad Mardan (Jai Singh), Tejpal Prashasti (Vastupal), and Prabandha Chintamani (Meruttung), throw light on the history of Gujarat
- The most remarkable text among the chronicles of Sindh is Chachanama
Chachanama
- Chachanama was written by Qua shamal qazi of Alor, appointed by Muhammad Bin Qasim, in 8th century AD
- It was translated into Persian language by Ali Bin Hamid Kufi in 1216 AD
- Chachanama is also known as Fatehnama-i-Sindh and provides a detailed description of Muhammad Bin Qasim's Sindh conquest (711-712 AD)
Semi-Historical Texts
- Panini's Ashtadhyayi is a grammar book, but it throws sufficient light on the political condition of Pre-Maurya and Maurya period
- Sage Gargi's Gargi Samhita is a part of Yug Puran and mentions Greek and Scythian invasions
- Patanjali's Mahabhashya is a commentary book on Panini's Ashtadhyayi, but it provides ample historical material regarding that time
- Kalidasa's Malvikagnimitra is a play that provides information about the political condition of the Shunga dynasty and previous royal dynasties
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This quiz covers the acts of Gautama Buddha, religious and social conditions of ancient India, Jain texts, and the life of Mahavira. It also explores the Jain texts, including the 12 Angas, Acharanga Sutra, and Bhagawah Sutra. Test your knowledge of these ancient Indian traditions!
