PPSC 2020 (General Studies) Previous Year Paper

Sangam texts suggest several stages of the social evolution of Tamil people. In this context consider the following statements :

1. The narrative texts show that the Tamil people of the times were primarily pastoral.

2. No reference to the trade and economic activities has been made in these texts.

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

Which of the following was/were found in Mohenjodaro?

1. Bronze Image of a dancing girl

2. Steatite image of a bearded man

3. Terracotta figurine of Mother Goddess

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With reference to the medieval history of India, the terms 'Dahsala', 'Batai' and 'Nasaq' are related to

Consider the following statements regarding the administration under Chola Empire:

1. The Ur and Sabha were village assemblies mentioned under Chola inscriptions.

2. The village affairs were managed by executive committees which were open for all.

3. The Dravida style Brihadisvara Temple at Tanjore was built by Rajendra I.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements is/are not correct about the Vijayanagara kingdom?

1. The Vijayanagara kings maintained a complete separation between religion and administration.

2. Land revenue was the main source of income.

3. Administration of the villages was carried out through hereditary officers.

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