Exploring Ancient India Quiz

Which of the following is a major city of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Athens

• Mohenjo-Daro

• Rome

• Beijing

What was the primary occupation of the people in the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Fishing

• Farming

• Mining

• Hunting

Which ancient Indian religion is known for the concept of karma and dharma?

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Jainism

• Sikhism

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

• Mahavira

• Ashoka

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Krishna

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the caste system in ancient India?

• Social hierarchy

• Equality among all

• Hereditary occupation

• Endogamy

Which river was crucial to the development of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Nile

• Amazon

• Indus

• Yangtze

What is the sacred text of Hinduism?

• Tripitaka

• Bible

• Vedas

• Quran

What is the term for the priestly class in the caste system?

• Kshatriyas

• Vaishyas

• Shudras

• Brahmins

Which of the following was a major trade item of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Silk

• Spices

• Cotton

• Gold

What is the term for the warrior class in the caste system?

• Brahmins

• Kshatriyas

• Vaishyas

• Shudras