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What percentage of the indigenous technical practices validated by ICAR were found to be valid?

  • 90%
  • 86%
  • 80% (correct)
  • 75%
  • Which of the following topics was NOT included in the indigenous technical practices tested by ICAR?

  • Weather forecasting
  • Crop protection
  • Animal breeding (correct)
  • Pest control
  • Who is credited with composing the Hayayurveda, an ancient textbook of veterinary medicine?

  • Salihotra (correct)
  • Palakapya
  • Hamsadeva
  • Caraka
  • Which ancient treatise focused specifically on the treatment of diseases afflicting elephants?

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

    Which branch of veterinary medicine in ancient India specifically addressed the well-being of domesticated animals?

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

    In ancient Indian literature, how were animals classified according to their habitat?

    <p>Terrestrial, Aquatic, and Aerial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What new areas for research does Vrksayurveda promise?

    <p>Meteorological conditions for agricultural operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was noted about the percentage of indigenous practices that were partly valid?

    <p>6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes pathogenic microorganisms from non-pathogenic ones?

    <p>Pathogenic microbes are responsible for causing diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method was NOT mentioned as a preventative measure for infectious diseases?

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

    What significant development occurred during the period of King Aśoka related to healthcare?

    <p>Establishment of a public healthcare system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many medicinal plants have been described in Ayurvedic texts?

    <p>About 1,500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What branch of medicine focuses on the use of minerals and metals in Ayurveda?

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

    What was the main characteristic of the pluralistic approach to healthcare in Ayurveda?

    <p>Incorporation of various medicinal practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cannot be considered a source of medicinal substances according to Ayurveda?

    <p>Synthetic chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the ancient texts' ability to understand microbial life without microscopes?

    <p>Mystery that remains unexplained.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mineral source of pigment is mentioned in the content?

    <p>Arsenic sulphide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosophical system is associated with the concept of atomism in India?

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

    Which of the following is NOT one of the nine types of substance identified in the Vaiśesika system?

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

    What is the term used for the building blocks of matter in the Vaiśesika system?

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

    Which quality is specifically associated with the element water in the Vaiśesika system?

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

    Which text provides evidence of chemical practices during the Mauryan era?

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

    In the Vaiśesika philosophical system, which of the following substances is not considered eternal?

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

    What aspect of sound, heat, and light was discussed in the Vaiśesika system?

    <p>Distinctive characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant mathematical concept was invented by Aryabhatta during the Vedic era?

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

    Which civilization is noted for being the first to construct planned towns with advanced drainage systems?

    <p>The Indus Valley Civilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What evidence is there of the decimal system's use before the common era in India?

    <p>Standardized weights and measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which ancient text are concepts of astronomy and metaphysics described?

    <p>Rig Veda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the capabilities demonstrated by the Indus Valley Civilization?

    <p>Hydraulic engineering and air-cooling architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of management systems existed in India before the Harappan era?

    <p>Water management techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about the geographic spread of the Indus Valley Civilization?

    <p>It spread across an area about half the size of Europe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of civil engineering was notably advanced in the Harappan towns?

    <p>Underground drainage and sanitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mathematician is considered the pioneer of the Kerala School of Mathematics?

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

    Which series is attributed to Mādhava for calculating π?

    <p>Gregory–Leibniz series</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect distinguished the approach of Indian mathematicians from their Greek counterparts?

    <p>Emphasis on practical needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which important theorem did S. Ramanujan produce concerning proofs?

    <p>He presented theorems without providing proofs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary subject of the binomial expansion worked out by Jyesṭhadeva?

    <p>Expansion of polynomials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'upapattis' refer to in the context of Indian mathematics?

    <p>Proofs provided in teaching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical factors might have limited the growth of Indian mathematics?

    <p>Historical disruptions of centres of learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mathematician is noted for stating that providing proofs is part of the teaching tradition?

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

    What does Ayurveda emphasize as the foundation of health?

    <p>A dynamic balance of the internal environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best captures the concept of Integrative Medicine in relation to Ayurveda?

    <p>It treats the whole person by combining various therapies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do personal needs play in Ayurveda's approach to medicine?

    <p>They are crucial for tailoring medical interventions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Ayurveda suggest achieving harmony with the external environment?

    <p>By adapting lifestyle to geographic and seasonal changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which best describes the relationship between the body and the external environment according to Ayurveda?

    <p>The body and external environment are interconnected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ayurveda’s view of human life is based on the concept of a tripod. What does this tripod consist of?

    <p>Body, mind, and self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the preventive measures in Ayurveda?

    <p>They include both preventive and curative methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Ayurveda recommend addressing individual health needs?

    <p>By integrating effective methods from various healing traditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    SASTRA PRATHIBHA CONTEST (NATIONAL TALENT SEARCH CONTEST)

    • Sastra Prathibha Contest (SPC) is a national science talent search contest for students studying in UAE
    • Organized by Science India Forum, UAE, guided by VIBHA (Vijnana Bharti) in collaboration with NCERT, Ministry of Human Resources and Development, and Vigyan Prasar
    • An autonomous organization under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India
    • SPC targets students from V to XII grade following CBSE and ICSE curriculum
    • Aims to popularize science and identify/nurture bright minds interested in science-related subjects

    Objectives of SASTRA PRATHIBHA CONTEST (SPC)

    • Acquaint school children with India's contributions to science and technology (traditional & modern format)
    • Conduct annual national-level talent search exam
    • Enhance science learning experience through workshops and seminars and hands-on training
    • Organize excursion visits for winners to R&D institutions
    • Identify & felicitate successful students
    • Mentor students in higher education in science

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    The Sastra Prathibha Contest (SPC) is a national talent search contest designed for students in the UAE, targeting grades V to XII. It aims to popularize science and identify talented individuals through various initiatives, including workshops and seminars. Organized by Science India Forum in collaboration with NCERT, SPC focuses on enhancing the science learning experience and recognizing bright minds in science-related subjects.

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