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Prehistoric India — MCQ Practice

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Q1medium

Consider the following statements about prehistoric rock art in India: 1. The rock paintings at Bhimbetka show a continuous sequence from the Upper Paleolithic to the medieval period. 2. The earliest rock art in India dates to approximately 40,000 years ago. 3. Mesolithic rock art primarily depicts hunting scenes and dancing figures. 4. The pigments used in prehistoric rock art were derived from local minerals and organic materials. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q2easy

Which of the following archaeological sites is correctly matched with its prehistoric period? 1. Attirampakkam - Lower Paleolithic 2. Bagor - Mesolithic 3. Mehrgarh - Neolithic 4. Ahar - Chalcolithic

Q3medium

The Neolithic site of Burzahom in Kashmir is particularly significant because it shows evidence of:

Q4hard

Consider the following about the Chalcolithic period in India: 1. It is characterized by the exclusive use of copper tools. 2. The Ahar-Banas culture is associated with this period. 3. Painted pottery was a common feature of Chalcolithic cultures. 4. This period immediately preceded the Harappan civilization. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q5medium

The transition from Paleolithic to Mesolithic period in India was primarily marked by:

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