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1. What is the term used to describe the traditional Indic system of
knowledge?
(A) Yogic Science
(B) Ayurveda
(C) Vedic Wisdom
(D) Ancient Alchemy.
2. Which ancient Indian texts are considered the foundation of Indic
knowledge system?
(A) Bhagavad Gita
(B) Mahabharata
(C) Vedas
(D) Ramayana.
3. The Indic knowledge system is deeply rooted in which of the following
philosophies?
(A) Existentialism
(B) Confucianism
(C) Vedanta
(D) Humanism.
4. Which ancient Indian concept emphasizes the pursuit of righteousness
and duty?
(A) Dharma
(B) Karma
(C) Moksha
(D)Bhakti.
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5. What is the significance of the Upanishads in the Indic knowledge system?

(A) They are historical records of ancient battles.
(B) They contain principles of political governance.
(C) They explore the nature of reality and consciousness.
(D) They provide guidelines for trade and commerce.
6. How has Indic traditional medicine, Ayurveda, contributed to modern
healthcare?
(a) By promoting surgical procedures.
(b) By introducing synthetic drugs.
(c) By emphasizing holistic well-being
(d) By focusing on psychological therapies.
7. Which mathematical concept, discovered in ancient India, has had a
lasting impact on modern mathematics?
(A) Calculus
(B) Trigonometry
(C) Algebra
(D) Geometry
8. The concept of “Ahimsa” (non-violence) from Indian philosophy
influenced which leader’s philosophy of resistance?
(A) Nelson Mandela
(B) Martin Luther King Jr.
(C) Winston Churchill
(D) Mao Zedong
9. Indian music and dance are deeply rooted in which ancient Indian texts ?
(A) The Arthashastra
(B) The Ramayana
(C) The Upanishads
(D) The Natya Shashtra
10. What role did Indic knowledge systems play in shaping the field of
astronomy?
(A) Developed advanced telescopes
(B) Created accurate calendars
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(C) Established laws of motion

(D) Discovered gravitational waves
11. The concept of “VasudhaivaKutumbakam” emphasizes:
(A) The importance of family ties
(B) The interconnectedness of all beings
(C) The need for personal achievements
(D) The significance of ancient scriptures.
12. Which Indic knowledge system emphasizes the practice of breath control
and meditation?
(A) Jyotish Shashtra
(B) Tantra
(C) Yoga
(D) Naturopathy
13. The Indic knowledge system recognizes how many main paths to spiritual
realization?
(A) 2
(B) 4
(C) 6
(D)8
14. The principles of sustainable agriculture and farming are deeply
embedded in :
(A) Manusmriti
(B) Arthashastra
(C) Rigveda
(D) Upanishads
15. What important lesson do the Indian epics, Ramayana and Mahabharata,
teach?
(A) Military strategy and tactics
(B) Moral and ethical dilemmas
(C) Geographical knowledge
(D)Architectural principles
16. What is the term used for the traditional system of education in ancient
India where students lived with their teacher and received holistic
education?
(A) Gurukul
(B) Vidyalaya
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(C) Pathshala
(D) Vishvavidyalay
17. Which ancient Indian text is known for its profound philosophical
teachings and is considered the end part of the Vedas?
(A) Ramayana
(B) Bhagavad Gita
(C) Upanishads
(D) Manusmriti
18. Which school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the practice of meditation
and self-realization?
(A) Nyaya
(B) Yoga
(C) Samkhya
(D)Vedanta
19. Which Indian numeral system, with the use of zero, revolutionized
mathematics and is widely used today?
(A) Roman numerals
(B) Greek numerals
(C) Babylonian numerals
(D) Hindu-Arabic numerals
20. In which ancient Indian text would you find guidelines for statecraft,
politics,and governance ?
(A) Arthashastra
(B) Manusmriti
(C) Bhagavad Gita
(D)Mahabharata
21. Which classical dance form of India is known for its expressive hand
gestures and facial expressions?
(A) Bharatanatyam
(B) Kathakali
(C) Odissi
(D) Kuchipudi
22. The ancient universities of Nalanda and Takshashila were centers of
learning and scholarship during which period?
(A) Vedic Period
(B) Mauryan Period
(C) Gupta Period
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(D) Mughal Period

23. What is the term for the moral and ethical guidelines that individuals
should follow in their lives according to Indian philosophy?
(A) Karma
(B) Dharma
(C) Moksha
(D)Nirvana
24. Who was the ancient Indian mathematician known for his contributions
to algebra
(A) Aryabhata
(B) Bhaskara I
(C) Brahmagupta
(D) Srinivasa Ramanujan
25. Which Indian festival celebrates the victory of light over darkness and is
known for its colorful decorations and lamps?
(A) Holi
(B) Diwali
(C) Navratri
(D)Eid
26. Which ancient Indian scripture is known as the “Science of Politics” and
deals with statecraft and governance ?
(A) Vedas
(B) Upanishads
(C) Arthashastra
(D) Bhagavad Gita
27. The Natya Shashtra is a text that elaborates on:
(A) Astronomy
(B) Mathematics
(C) Performing arts
(D) Military strategies
28. Which Shashtra provides guidance on architecture, sculpture, and town
planning?
(A) Kamasutra
(B) Agamas
(C) Vastu Shashtra
(D) Yoga Sutras
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29. The Dhanurveda is the ancient Indian science of:

(A) Agriculture
(B) Warfare and archery
(C) Medicine
(D)Astronomy
30. Which Shashtra is attributed to sage Patanjali and lays down principles for
the practice of yoga?
(A) Nyaya Sutras
(B) Yoga Sutras
(C) Mimamsa Sutras
(D) Vedanta Sutras
31. The principles of economics, trade, and commerce are discussed in:
(A) Dharma Shashtras
(B) Nyaya Sutras
(C) Manusmriti
(D)Arthashastra.
32. Which scripture is a collection of aphorisms that discuss the philosophy of
non- dualism (Advaita)?
(A) Upanishads
(B) Bhagavad Gita
(C) Brahma Sutras
(D) Shiva Sutras
33. The Shilpa Shashtra primarily focuses on:
(A) Medical treatments
(B) Sculpture and arts
(C) Rules of governance
(D)Astrology
34. The Kalpa Sutras are associated with :
(A) Rituals and ceremonies
(B) Linguistics and grammar
(C) Military tactics
(D) Agricultural techniques
35. The Shashtras known as “Vedangas” are auxiliary texts related to the
study of the:
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(A) Epics
(B) Upanishads
(C) Vedas
(D) Puranas
36. Which Shashtra is dedicated to the art of love and sensual pleasure?
(A) Agamas
(B) Kamasutra
(C) Nyaya Sutras
(D) Mimamsa Sutras
37. The principles of logic and reasoning are expounded in the:
(A) Yoga Sutras
(B) Kamasutra
(C) Nyaya Sutras
(D) Agamas
38. The Dharmashastra texts provide guidelines for :
(A) Military strategy
(B) Political administration
(C) Ethical conduct and law
(D) Medical practices
39. Which Shashtra is dedicated to the science of phonetics and linguistics?
(A) Natya Shashtra
(B) Kalpa Sutras
(C) Shiksha Shashtra
(D) Mimamsa Sutras
40. The Agamas are texts that primarily pertain to:
(A) Astronomy
(B) Rituals and worship
(C) Yoga philosophy
(D) Ethics and morality
41. Which ancient Indian text expounds the concepts of karma, dharma, and
spiritual duty?
(A) Upanishads
(B) Bhagavad Gita
(C) Vedanta Sutras
(D) Yoga Sutras
42. The “Brahma Sutras” are foundational texts in which philosophical school?
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(A) Nyaya
(B) Vedanta
(C) Sankhya
(D)Mimamsa
43. The “Shiva Sutras” are associated with the philosophy of:
(A) Advaita Vedanta
(B) Shaivism
(C) Vaishnavism
(D)Buddhism
44. The “Sushruta Samhita” is an ancient Indian text that primarily deals with:
(A) Astronomy
(B) Mathematics
(C) Medicine and surgery
(D) Architecture
45. “Aryabhatiya” is a significant work in the field of:
(A) Grammar and linguistics
(B) Astronomy and mathematics
(C) Ethics and morality
(D) Music and arts
46. The “Brihat Samhita” written by Varahamihira is a comprehensive text on
:
(A) Yoga philosophy
(B) Architecture and town planning
(C) Vedic rituals
(D) Military strategies
47. Natya Shashtra” is a treatise that elaborates on the :
(A) Science of politics
(B) Science of dance and drama
(C) Science of warfare
(D) Science of agriculture
48. The “Vastu Shashtra” provides guidelines for :
(A) Music composition
(B) Architectural design and construction
(C) Healing and medicine
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(D) Ethical behavior

49. The “Manusmriti” or “Laws of Manu” is a text that discusses:
(A) Political philosophy
(B) Medical practices
(C) Ethical conduct and moral principles
(D) Environmental science
50. Arthashastra” is a treatise on the science of:
(A) Medicine and healing
(B) Governance and economics
(C) Astronomy and astrology
(D)Metaphysics and spirituality
51. The “Paniniya Shiksha” is associated with:
(A) Music theory
(B) Sanskrit grammar
(C) Architectural principles
(D)Political science
52. “Katyayana’sShrauta Sutra” is related to the rituals and practices of:
(A) Dance and music
(B) Astrology
(C) Sacrificial ceremonies
(D) Linguistics
53. The Shashtras that provide guidelines for ethical conduct and righteous
living are known as :
(A) Artha Shashtras
(B) Dharma Shashtras
(C) Kama Shashtras
(D) Moksha Shashtras
54. Texts that primarily focus on the principles of art,aesthetics, and
performance are classified as:
(A) Artha Shashtras
(B) Kama Shashtras
(C) Natya Shashtras
(D) Dharma Shashtras
55. Which classification of Shashtras is associated with the study of economic
principles and statecraft?
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(A) Dharma Shashtras

(B) Artha Shashtras
(C) Kama Shashtras
(D) Yoga Shashtras
56. The Shashtras that deal with the study of sound, phonetics,and
pronunciation are categorized as:
(A) Shiksha Shashtras
(B) Kalpa Shashtras
(C) Jyotish Shashtras
(D) Vyakarana Shashtras
57. Which group of Shashtras primarily deals with rituals, ceremonies, and
sacrificial practices?
(A) Dharma Shashtras
(B) Artha Shashtras
(C) Kalpa Shashtras
(D) Yoga Shashtras
58. The Shashtras related to the study of architecture, sculpture, and town
planning are known as:
(A) Shilpa Shashtras
(B) Jyotish Shashtras
(C) Vyakarana Shashtras
(D)Dharmashastra
59. The Shashtras associated with the philosophical school of Nyaya primarily
focus on:
(A) Logic and reasoning
(B) Astrology and astronomy
(C) Ethics and morality
(D) Metaphysics and spirituality
60. In which philosophical school is the study of Advaita Vedanta covered by
the Shashtras?
(A) Sankhya
(B) Yoga
(C) Mimamsa
(D) Vedanta
61. Which classification of Shashtras is centered around the teachings of
yoga,meditation, and spiritual practices?
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(A) Dharma Shashtras

(B) Yoga Shashtras
(C) Artha Shashtras
(D) Kama Shashtras
62. The ancient Indic education system was known as:
(A) Guru-Kula system
(B) Boarding school system
(C) Montessori system
(D) Online learning system
63. The traditional Indic system of education emphasized the study of which
subjects?
(A) Science and technology
(B) Social sciences only
(C) Arts and aesthetics
(D) All aspects of human life and knowledge
64. In the traditional Gurukula system, students lived:
(A) In dormitories
(B) In hostels
(C) With their families
(D) In the forests
65. The philosophy that advocates selfless action, duty, and responsibility is
known as:
(A) Dvaita
(B) Advaita
(C) Karma Yoga
(D) Bhakti
66. The concept of “Vidya DadaatiVinayam” emphasizes :
(A) Knowledge is power
(B) Education requires discipline
(C) Learning from experience
(D)Teachers are role models
67. The Indian education system emphasizes the holistic development of
individuals,including:
(A) Academic excellence only
(B) Physical fitness and health
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(C) Social status

(D) Wealth accumulation
68. The philosophy that believes education should be tailored to the unique
needs and interests of each student is:
(A) Progressivism
(B) Essentialism
(C) Perennialism
(D)Constructivism
69. Which philosophy of education is rooted in the idea that learning should
focus on understanding fundamental principles?
(A) Pragmatism
(B) Perennialism
(C) Existentialism
(D)Humanism
70. The Indian concept of “Adhyatma” in education emphasizes :
(A) Vocational skills
(B) Physical fitness
(C) Spiritual growth and self-realization
(D) Worldly succes
71. The “National Education Policy 2020” of India aims to promote:
(A) Traditional methods exclusively
(B) Rote learning
(C) Holistic and multidisciplinary education
(D) Foreign educational systems
72. The Indian education system is increasingly focusing on promoting:
(A) Competition and ranking
(B) Memorization of facts
(C) Critical thinking and creativity
(D) Cultural homogenization
73. The “Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan” initiative in India aims to:
(A) Promote adult education
(B) Provide free laptops to students
(C) Ensure universal access to quality education
(D) Implement private school vouchers
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74. The Gurukul system of education was characterized by :

(A) Strict discipline and regimentation
(B) Focus on vocational training
(C) Teacher-student collaboration in a natural environment
(D) Emphasis on theoretical learning only
75. In the Gurukul system, where did students typically live and learn?
(A) In hostels
(B) In formal classrooms
(C) In their own homes
(D) In the teacher’s residence
76. The Gurukul system was prevalent in which historical period of India?
(A) Ancient and medieval times
(B) Colonial era
(C) Modern era
(D) Post-independence period
77. The term “Pathshala” refers to :
(A) A traditional Indian dance form
(B) A religious pilgrimage site
(C) A place of study or learning
(D) A martial arts training center
78. Pathshalas were often associated with the teaching of:
(A) Highly specialized subjects
(B) Military strategies
(C) Traditional art forms
(D) Basic literacy and numeracy
79. Which historical figure is known for establishing a network of pathshalas
across India?
(A) Mahatma Gandhi
(B) Rabindranath Tagore
(C) Swami Vivekananda
(D) Dayananda Saraswati
80. The term “Vidyalay” is commonly used in India to refer to a:
(A) Spiritual retreat
(B) Library
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(C) School or educational institution

(D) Community center
81. In a modern Indian context, a Vidyalay typically follows :
(A) A traditional Gurukul system
(B) Online learning platforms only
(C) A formal curriculum and structured classroom teaching
(D) Experiential learning methods
82. Vidyalay” is a Sanskrit term that means:
(A) Temple
(B) Knowledge center
(C) Marketplace
(D)Pilgrimage site
83. The term “Vishvavidyalay” is used to refer to:
(A) A traditional Gurukul
(B) A research institute
(C) A university
(D) A vocational training center
84. A Vishvavidyalay typically offers education in a wide range of disciplines
and:
(A) Has a decentralized structure
(B) Focuses exclusively on arts and humanities
(C) Emphasizes vocational courses
(D) Grants degrees at various levels
85. The concept of Vishvavidyalay has its roots in:
(A) Modern colonial education
(B) Ancient Vedic texts
(C) British literature
(D) Mughal architecture
86. What is the traditional Indian system of education where students live
with their teacher and receive holistic education?
(A) Pathshala
(B) Gurukul
(C) Vidyalaya
(D) Vishvavidyalay
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87. The Vedas, Upanishads, and other ancient texts were typically taught in
which language in traditional Indian education?
(A) Sanskrit
(B) Pali
(C) Prakrit
(D)Tamil
88. Which classical Indian language is known for its rich literature, including
the works of Kalidasa and Bhasa?
(A) Sanskrit
(B) Tamil
(C) Pali
(D) Kannada
89. Which system of Indian philosophy emphasizes the study of logic and
epistemology?
(A) Nyaya
(B) Yoga
(C) Samkhya
(D)Mimamsa
90. What is the traditional Indian art of healing and medicine that has its roots
in ancient texts like the Charaka Samhita?
(A) Yoga
(B) Ayurveda
(C) Siddha
(D) Naturopathy
91. Which Indian mathematician is known for his pioneering work in the field
of zero and the decimal numeral system?
(A) Aryabhata
(B) Brahmagupta
(C) Bhaskara II
(D)Ramanujan
92. The ancient universities of Nalanda and Takshashila were centers of
learning during which historical period?
(A) Vedic Period
(B) Gupta Period
(C) Mauryan Period
(D) Mughal Period
93. Which term represents the concept of duty, righteousness, and moral
responsibility in Indian philosophy?
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(A) Dharma
(B) Karma
(C) Moksha
(D)Nirvana
94. Which classical Indian dance form originated in the state of Kerala and is
known for its elaborate costumes and facial expressions?
(A) Bharatanatyam
(B) Kathakali
(C) Odissi
(D) Kuchipudi
95. The ancient Indian text “Arthashastra” is a treatise on which subject?
(A) Music
(B) Mathematics
(C) Politics and statecraft
(D) Medicine
96. Which of the following is one of the oldest and most revered texts in the
Vedic tradition?
(A) Upanishads
(B) Ramayana
(C) Bhagavad Gita
(D) Arthashastra
97. The Vedic text known for its hymns, prayers, and rituals is called the:
(A) Bhagavad Gita
(B) Ramayana
(C) Rigveda
(D) Manusmriti
98. Which Vedic text contains philosophical discussions and is often
considered the culmination of Vedic thought?
(A) Samaveda
(B) Atharvaveda
(C) Yajurveda
(D) Upanishads
99. The ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, politics, and governance,
attributed to Kautilya, is known as:
(A) Yoga Sutras
(B) Bhagavad Gita
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(C) Arthashastra
(D) Manusmriti
100. The “Tolkappiyam” is a foundational work in which non-Vedic
tradition of India?
(A) Jainism
(B) Buddhism
(C) Tamil literature and grammar
(D) Sikhism
101. The ancient text “Yoga Sutras of Patanjali” is a significant work that
combines Elements of both Vedic and non-Vedic thought. It primarily
deals with:
(A) Rituals and ceremonies
(B) Meditation and spiritual practices
(C) Epic narratives
(D) Political philosophy
102. Which ancient Indian text combines both religious and
philosophical teachings and is often referred to as the “Song of God”?
(A) Ramayana
(B) Mahabharata
(C) Bhagavad Gita
(D) Manusmriti
103. According to the Indian knowledge tradition, what is the meaning
of the word ‘Kashi’ ?
(A) A pillar of light
(B) Darbh
(C) Holy
(D) Liberation
104. How many Indian theistic visions are there ?
(A) Five
(B) Nine
(C) Six
(D) Eighteen
105. What is Sansarchakra ?
(A) Circulation of the world
(B) Illusion
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(C) Renunciation of the world

(D) Birth-death-rebirth
106. Duty, Kartaviya Karma means which Purushartha ?
(A) Artha
(B) Dharma
(C) Moksha
(D)Kama
107. Who restored Upamanyu’s eyesight?
(A) Vagbhata
(B) Shushruta
(C) Charaka muni
(D) Ashwini kumar

108. Who is considered the first nuclear scientist in the Indian

knowledge tradition ?
(A) To maharishi Karnad
(B) To maharishi gautama
(C) To maharishi angiras
(D) To yogishwara yajnavalkya
109. Which karmas are a part of a person’s Sanchita Karmas?
(A) Iniquilty
(B) Kriyaman karma
(C) Nishkam karma
(D) Prarabdha karma
110. Nalanda Vidyapith is located in which state?
(A) Gujarat
(B) Maharashtra
(C) Punjab
(D) Bihar
111. According to the Indian knowledge tradition, who removed the old
age of Sage Chyavan and restored him to youth?
(A) Sanat kumar
(B) Ashwini kumar
(C) Vagbhata
(D)Shushruta
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112. According to the Indian knowledge tradition, which is the world’s

first city?
(A) Delhi
(B) Mumbai
(C) Kashi
(D) Mathura
113. The way of life in india encompasses diverse philosophical
traditions,including:
(A) Confucianism
(B) Taoism
(C) Vedanta
(D) Shintoism