Our Pasts - II Quiz - CBSE Class 6 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Our Pasts - II (CBSE Class 6 Social Science). 19 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. Who was the first Emperor of India?

   1. Ashoka
   2. Chandragupta Maurya
   3. Akbar
   4. Shivaji
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   Answer: B. Chandragupta Maurya

   Chandragupta Maurya founded the Maurya Empire and is recognized as the first Emperor of India.

2. What is the Edicts of Ashoka?

   1. War commands
   2. Religious scriptures
   3. Royal decrees
   4. Public messages
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   Answer: D. Public messages

   The Edicts of Ashoka are a series of inscriptions on pillars and rocks that communicate his policies and messages about governance, morality, and Buddhism.

3. What role did trade play in the Mauryan Empire?

   1. Minimal
   2. Crucial for economy
   3. Ineffective
   4. Only for luxury goods
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   Answer: B. Crucial for economy

   Trade was essential for the Mauryan economy, as it facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and culture across regions.

4. Which notable playwright emerged during the Mauryan era?

   1. Kalidasa
   2. Bhasa
   3. Vishakhadatta
   4. Harsha
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   Answer: B. Bhasa

   Bhasa was an important playwright during this time, contributing to the Sanskrit theatre and literary tradition.

5. What was a major consequence of Ashoka's policy of non-violence?

   1. Increased economic power
   2. Decline in military strength
   3. Expansion of boundaries
   4. Resurgence of foreign invasions
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   Answer: B. Decline in military strength

   Ashoka's emphasis on non-violence led to a decline in military campaigns and a shift towards diplomacy.

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