vedic period MCQ set 7 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

The three most popular gods of Rigvedic period were

a) Indra, Soma, Vayu

b) Indra, Agni, Varun

c) Indra, Varun, Rudra

d) Indra, Agni, Soma

Question : 2

Match List I with List II and select the answer using the codes given below the lists:  

a) I-E. II-D. 1II-C, IV-A

b) I-D, 1I-E, III-A, IV-B

c) I-C, II-A, III-B, IV-E

d) I-B. II-C, III-D, IV-A

Question : 3

Match List I with List II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below:  

a) 4 3 2 1

b) 1 2 3 4

c) 3 2 1 4

d) 2 1 4 3

Question : 4

Which of the following descriptions of the Later Vedic officials is not correct?

a) Kshttri-Chamberlain

b) Bhagadugha-Collector of taxes

c) Akshavapa-Superintendent of gambling

d) Adhikari-Suuperintendent of Police

Question : 5

The vajpeya was a rite meant for

a) Ensuring the prosperity of the realm and the ruler

b) Asserting the strength of the ruler

c) The daily fi e sacrifices prescribed for the male householder

d) Legitimization of the action of the ruler’s position

Question : 6

‘Gopatha Brahmana’ is associated with

a) Yajurveda

b) Atharvaveda

c) Samveda

d) Rig Veda