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UPSC Prelims 2025 Ancient History

5 questions in Ancient History out of 100 total for 2025. Browse PYQs with official answer keys or start a timed practice test.

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Q.1Ancient History
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The irrigation device called 'Araghatta' was

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Q.2Ancient History
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Ashokan inscriptions suggest that the 'Pradesika', 'Rajuka' and 'Yukta' were important officers at the

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Q.3Ancient History
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Fa-hien (Faxian), the Chinese pilgrim, travelled to India during the reign of

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Q.4Ancient History
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Who among the following led a successful military campaign against the kingdom of Srivijaya?

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Q.5Ancient History
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With reference to ancient India (600–322 BC), consider the following pairs: Territorial region – River flowing in the region I. Asmaka : Godavari II. Kamboja...

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