GK Questions

Answer: Tulsidas

Goswami Tulsidas composed Ramcharitmanas (16th century), an Awadhi version of the Ramayana. It popularized Rama bhakti across North India and remains widely recited. [[30]]

Answer: Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded Brahmo Samaj in 1828 to reform Hinduism, oppose social evils like Sati, and promote monotheism based on Vedantic principles. [[1]]

Answer: Akbar

Akbar built the Buland Darwaza (Gate of Magnificence) in 1601 to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. It is the world's highest gateway and a masterpiece of Mughal architecture. [[30]]

Answer: Akbar

Akbar abolished Jizya in 1564 as part of his policy of Sulh-i-Kul (universal peace) to promote religious tolerance and integrate diverse communities into his administration. [[1]]

Answer: Muhammad bin Tughlaq

Muhammad bin Tughlaq shifted the capital to Daulatabad (Deogiri) in 1327 to better control the Deccan. The move failed due to logistical issues and was reversed after a few years. [[1]]

Answer: Alauddin Khilji

Alauddin Khilji implemented strict price controls, rationing, and market reforms (Diwan-i-Riyasat) to ensure affordable supplies for his army and prevent hoarding. [[30]]

Answer: Qutb ud-Din Aibak

Qutb ud-Din Aibak founded the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty in 1206 CE after Muhammad Ghori's death. He started construction of Qutub Minar and Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in Delhi. [[1]]

Answer: Fa-Hien

Fa-Hien (Faxian) visited India during Chandragupta II's reign (c. 399-414 CE). His travelogue 'Fo-Kuo-Chi' provides valuable insights into Gupta administration, society, and Buddhism. [[30]]

Answer: Samudragupta

Samudragupta (c. 335-380 CE) earned the title 'Napoleon of India' from historian V.A. Smith due to his extensive military conquests across the Indian subcontinent. [[1]]

Answer: Chandragupta Maurya

Chandragupta Maurya (c. 321-297 BCE), guided by Chanakya, established India's first pan-Indian empire with a sophisticated bureaucracy, espionage system, and provincial administration. [[1]]

Answer: Brahmi

Most of Ashoka's inscriptions were written in Brahmi script. Kharosthi was used in northwestern regions (modern Pakistan/Afghanistan). Brahmi is the ancestor of most Indian scripts. [[30]]

Answer: Chanakya

Chanakya (also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta) authored Arthashastra, a comprehensive treatise on statecraft, economics, and military strategy during Chandragupta Maurya's reign. [[1]]

Answer: Vishwamitra

The Gayatri Mantra (Rigveda 3.62.10) was composed by Sage Vishwamitra. It is dedicated to Savitr (Sun God) and is one of the most revered Vedic hymns. [[30]]

Answer: Rigveda

Rigveda is the oldest Veda (c. 1500-1000 BCE), containing 1,028 hymns dedicated to various deities like Agni, Indra, and Varuna. [[1]]

Answer: Both B and C

Rakhigarhi (largest IVC site) and Banawali are both located in Haryana. Ropar is in Punjab, while Kalibangan is in Rajasthan. [[1]]

Answer: Mohenjo-Daro

The Great Bath at Mohenjo-Daro was likely used for ritual purification. It showcases advanced engineering with waterproof lining and drainage systems. [[30]]

Answer: Lothal

Lothal, located in Gujarat, had the world's earliest known dockyard, indicating advanced maritime trade and urban planning of the Indus Valley Civilization. [[1]]

Answer: Ljubljana

Ljubljana is the capital and largest city of Slovenia, located on the Ljubljanica River. Known for its green spaces, baroque architecture, and pedestrian-friendly center, Ljubljana is a cultural and educational hub in Central Europe.

Answer: Gujarat

Gujarat is the largest producer of groundnut oil in India, contributing about 40% of national production. Major groundnut-growing districts are Junagadh, Rajkot, and Amreli. Groundnut oil is a key cooking oil in Western India.

Answer: Indus

The Indus River is called the 'River of Peace' due to the Indus Water Treaty (1960) between India and Pakistan, which has survived multiple conflicts. The treaty allocates waters of the Indus system and is considered a model of water diplomacy.