Indus Valley MCQs

Q21. In the Vedic period, which groups were referred to as “Dasas” and “Dasyus” by the Aryans?

(A) Priests
(B) Enemies
(C) Traders
(D) Kings
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Correct Answer: (B) Enemies
Notes: “Dasas” and “Dasyus” were hostile tribes or groups opposed to the Aryans, highlighting early conflicts in the Vedic society.

Q22. The famous Battle of Ten Kings, describing a major conflict of Aryan tribes, is recorded in which Vedic text?

(A) Samaveda
(B) Rigveda
(C) Atharvaveda
(D) Yajurveda
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Correct Answer: (B) Rigveda
Notes: The Rigveda narrates this battle, reflecting early Aryan political and military history.

Q23. During the Vedic period, who was responsible for collecting taxes from the people?

(A) Senani
(B) Purohit
(C) Bhagadugha
(D) Gramani
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Correct Answer: (C) Bhagadugha
Notes: Bhagadugha was the official in charge of revenue collection, unlike the king (Raja) or priest (Purohit).

Q24. In Vedic terminology, the word “Gavisti” primarily refers to:

(A) War
(B) Cow
(C) Trade
(D) Tax
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Correct Answer: (A) War
Notes: “Gavisti” denoted war, usually fought to acquire cattle, which was a key economic resource.

Q25. Which Veda is specifically associated with music and chants in Vedic rituals?

(A) Rigveda
(B) Samaveda
(C) Yajurveda
(D) Atharvaveda
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Correct Answer: (B) Samaveda
Notes: Samaveda mainly consists of hymns meant for singing during rituals, emphasizing its musical character.

Q26. Who held the position of priest in Vedic society responsible for conducting religious ceremonies?

(A) Raja
(B) Brahmin
(C) Vaishya
(D) Shudra
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Correct Answer: (B) Brahmin
Notes: Brahmins performed religious duties, including sacrifices and rituals, distinct from kings or commoners.

Q27. In Vedic mythology, which god was considered the guardian of cosmic order (Rta)?

(A) Indra
(B) Agni
(C) Varuna
(D) Soma
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Correct Answer: (C) Varuna
Notes: Varuna upheld moral and cosmic order, while Indra was more associated with warfare and storms.

Q28. What term did the Vedic people use to identify themselves?

(A) Dravidians
(B) Aryans
(C) Mlechchas
(D) Nagas
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Correct Answer: (B) Aryans
Notes: The Aryans referred to themselves as noble people, distinct from local tribes and outsiders (Mlechchas).

Q29. The word “Veda” means:

(A) Knowledge
(B) Power
(C) War
(D) Religion
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Correct Answer: (A) Knowledge
Notes: Veda means knowledge, particularly sacred and spiritual knowledge, forming the basis of Vedic literature.

Q30. Which of the following rivers is not mentioned in the Rigveda?

(A) Ganga
(B) Yamuna
(C) Narmada
(D) Saraswati
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Correct Answer: (C) Narmada
Notes: Rigveda primarily mentions rivers in the north-western plains; Narmada was unknown to early Aryans.

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