FIRST YEAR: SEMESTER 1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS

VAC- BKS
1. What does "Indian Knowledge Tradition" refer to?

A. Knowledge systems developed in India over thousands of years

B. Western educational frameworks
C. Modern scientific discoveries
D. None of the above

Answer: A. Knowledge systems developed in India over thousands of years

2. Which term is suggested to be more appropriate than "Indian Knowledge

Tradition"?

A. Indian Knowledge Systems

B. Indian Science
C. Bharat Knowledge
D. Indian Educational Framework

Answer: A. Indian Knowledge Systems

3. What is one reason given for the perception of Indian knowledge as inferior?

A. Lack of written records

B. Colonial influence creating a sentiment that Western knowledge is superior
C. The limited scope of Indian knowledge
D. Modernization and industrialization

Answer: B. Colonial influence creating a sentiment that Western knowledge is superior

4. How long is Indian culture recognized to be in existence?

A. 2000 years
B. 5000 years
C. 1000 years
D. 3000 years

Answer: B. 5000 years

5. What does the term "Tradition" in "Indian Knowledge Tradition" signify?

 A. Knowledge limited to books and research
B. Knowledge embedded in everyday life and public consciousness
C. Knowledge only from ancient texts
D. Knowledge that is modern and scientific

Answer: B. Knowledge embedded in everyday life and public consciousness

6. What is the goal of studying the Indian Knowledge Tradition?

A. To replicate Western educational systems

B. To regain ancient consciousness for global benefit
C. To focus solely on spiritual knowledge
D. To abandon traditional practices

Answer: B. To regain ancient consciousness for global benefit

7. What is emphasized as a unique aspect of Indian knowledge compared to Western

knowledge?

A. It is based purely on theoretical concepts

B. It has a holistic perspective that integrates various aspects of life
C. It is only applicable in rural settings
D. It focuses solely on technological advancements

Answer: B. It has a holistic perspective that integrates various aspects of life

8. What does the Indian Knowledge System aim to address?

A. Historical events only

B. Current societal problems and emerging challenges
C. Only spiritual issues
D. None of the above

Answer: B. Current societal problems and emerging challenges

9. What is the significance of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in relation to
Indian Knowledge Systems?

A. It disregards traditional knowledge

B. It promotes the integration of Indian Knowledge Systems into the curriculum
C. It focuses only on Western knowledge
D. It limits education to modern sciences
 Answer: B. It promotes the integration of Indian Knowledge Systems into the
curriculum

10. What is the main purpose of studying the Indian Knowledge Tradition?

A. To revive ancient craftsmanship and consciousness

B. To learn from Western knowledge systems
C. To preserve traditional practices
D. To compete with modern science

Answer: A. To revive ancient craftsmanship and consciousness

11. Which of the following is NOT a reason cited for the decline of the Indian
Knowledge Tradition?

A. Planned attempts to destroy Indian culture

B. Lack of scientific temper
C. Invasions and destruction of centers of learning
D. Disruption of the flow of knowledge

Answer: B. Lack of scientific temper

12. What is the significance of the story about the beggar and the wooden box?

A. It emphasizes the importance of hard work

B. It suggests that Indians have been dependent on the West
C. It encourages people to beg for alms
D. It discourages people from sitting on boxes

Answer: B. It suggests that Indians have been dependent on the West

13. Which of the following fields did India excel in according to the Indian Knowledge
Tradition?

A. Only spirituality
B. Architecture, metallurgy, literature, art, mathematics, chemistry
C. Modern sciences like software and urban planning
D. None of the above

Answer: B. Architecture, metallurgy, literature, art, mathematics, chemistry

14. What is the role of research and investigation in the Indian Knowledge Tradition?
 A. To open the treasures of ancient knowledge
B. To compete with Western science
C. To preserve traditional practices
D. To beg from the West

Answer: A. To open the treasures of ancient knowledge

15. What is the basis of the Indian Knowledge Tradition?

A. Dependence on the West

B. Lack of scientific temper
C. Hindu consciousness
D. Begging from others

Answer: C. Hindu consciousness

16. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Indian Knowledge Tradition?

A. Holistic perspective
B. Consideration for the welfare of all
C. Lack of side effects on nature
D. Dependence on Western knowledge

Answer: D. Dependence on Western knowledge

17. What is the relationship between the Indian Knowledge Tradition and modern
sciences?

A. They are incompatible

B. Modern sciences are based on the Indian Knowledge Tradition
C. The Indian Knowledge Tradition is outdated
D. Modern sciences have surpassed the Indian Knowledge Tradition

Answer: B. Modern sciences are based on the Indian Knowledge Tradition

18. What is the significance of the Indian Knowledge Tradition for the future?

A. It provides sustainable solutions

B. It is irrelevant in the modern world
C. It promotes dependence on the West
D. It lacks scientific temper
Answer: A. It provides sustainable solutions

19. What is the responsibility of Indians as carriers of the Indian Knowledge Tradition?

A. To preserve traditional practices

B. To beg from the West
C. To make efforts to open the treasures of ancient knowledge
D. To compete with Western science

Answer: C. To make efforts to open the treasures of ancient knowledge

20. What is the main reason for Rudrapratap Dev living as a servant in the landlord's
house?

A. He chose to live a simple life

B. He suffered from self-forgetfulness due to an accident
C. He was exiled from the kingdom
D. He wanted to learn about the common people's lives

Answer: B. He suffered from self-forgetfulness due to an accident

21. What does the story of Rudrapratap Dev symbolize for India?

A. The importance of wealth

B. The consequences of forgetting one's identity and heritage
C. The benefits of modernization
D. The significance of agriculture

Answer: B. The consequences of forgetting one's identity and heritage

22. What is necessary for a nation's survival and progress?

A. Abandoning traditional practices

B. Maintaining its inherent nature and identity
C. Following Western models
D. Focusing solely on economic growth

Answer: B. Maintaining its inherent nature and identity

23. What method did the Americans use to destroy the selfhood of enslaved people?

A. Providing them with education

B. Changing their names
 C. Offering them freedom
D. Ignoring their existence

Answer: B. Changing their names

24. What does the Bhagavad Gita suggest about faith?

A. Faith is irrelevant to one's identity

B. Everyone's faith shapes their essence and identity
C. Faith should be based on material wealth
D. Faith is only important for nations, not individuals

Answer: B) Everyone's faith shapes their essence and identity

25. What does the term 'self-forgetfulness' imply in the context of the story?

A. A lack of ambition
B. Forgetting one's true identity and purpose
C. Ignoring one's responsibilities
D. Embracing a new lifestyle

Answer: B. Forgetting one's true identity and purpose

26. What can be inferred about the impact of forgetting traditional knowledge on
India?

A. It led to greater prosperity

B. It resulted in a loss of vigor, valor, and wealth
C. It had no significant effect
D. It improved international relations

Answer: B. It resulted in a loss of vigor, valor, and wealth

27. What is the story of Rudrapratap Dev meant to illustrate about individual and
national identity?

A. Identity is fixed and cannot change

B. Both individuals and nations can lose their identity and purpose
C. Identity is only important for individuals
D. Nations should abandon their past

Answer: B. Both individuals and nations can lose their identity and purpose
 28. What does the minister's recognition of Rudrapratap Dev signify?

A. The importance of wealth

B. The return to one's true identity and heritage
C. The need for modernization
D. The significance of military power

Answer: B. The return to one's true identity and heritage

29. What is described as India's true self?

A. A country formed by British administration

B. A fully developed level of consciousness that wishes well for all
C. A civilization that has nothing of its own
D. A nation that relies on Western education

Answer: B. A fully developed level of consciousness that wishes well for all

30. What has been India's prayer since the beginning of existence?

A. To conquer other nations

B. To achieve wealth and power
C. Peace in all aspects of life and the universe
D. To imitate Western cultures

Answer: C. Peace in all aspects of life and the universe

31. What did Macaulay believe was necessary to enslave India?

A. Changing the political system

B. Stopping education in Sanskrit and promoting English
C. Promoting Indian culture
D. Strengthening local governance

Answer: B. Stopping education in Sanskrit and promoting English

32. What is said to happen when a society loses its culture?

A. It becomes more modern

B. It loses its heart and soul
C. It gains strength
D. It becomes more unified
Answer: B. It loses its heart and soul

33. What historical example is used to illustrate the importance of cultural identity?

A. The rise of the British Empire

B. The establishment of the United States
C. The nation of Israel reclaiming its land
D. The fall of the Roman Empire

Answer: C. The nation of Israel reclaiming its land

34. What is described as the 'soul' of India?

A. Its economic power

B. Its political system
C. Its dharma and cultural principles
D. Its military strength

Answer: C. Its dharma and cultural principles

35. How does the text characterize India's approach to other nations?

A. As an exploiter
B. As a server that helps others rise
C. As a conqueror
D. As indifferent to other cultures

Answer: B. As a server that helps others rise

36. What does the narrative of Prahlad and Indra symbolize in the context of India's
essence?

A. The inevitability of defeat

B. The importance of maintaining one's essence and values
C. The futility of seeking power
D. The need for external validation

Answer: B. The importance of maintaining one's essence and values

37. What is the primary difference between "Invasion" and "Colonization"?

A. Invasion involves economic control, while Colonization involves cultural influence.

 B. Invasion is about establishing dominance by force, while Colonization involves gaining
control so that the dominated work in the invader's interest on their own.
C. Invasion is peaceful, while Colonization is violent.
D. Invasion and Colonization are the same concepts, only with different names.

Answer: B. Invasion is about establishing dominance by force, while Colonization

involves gaining control so that the dominated work in the invader's interest on their own.

38. What is Swami Vivekananda's message to India?

A. To adopt Western traditions and abandon its own.

B. To realize the value of its knowledge and share it with the world.
C. To become self-sufficient and cut ties with other nations.
D. To focus solely on economic development.

Answer: B. To realize the value of its knowledge and share it with the world.

39. How does India's history over the last millennium be described?

A. A period of continuous progress and stability.

B. A time of decline and subjugation.
C. A time when India focused on scientific advancements.
D. A period of complete isolation from the world.

Answer: B. A time of decline and subjugation.

40. What is the significance of Indian knowledge traditions?

A. They are outdated and should be replaced with Western ideologies.

B. They are invaluable and offer solutions to global challenges.
C. They are only relevant to Indian culture and have no global impact.
D. They are important for India's internal development only.

Answer: B. They are invaluable and offer solutions to global challenges.

41. What is Swami Vivekananda's view on the relationship between India's past and
future?

A. The past should be completely forgotten to build a new future.

B. The future should be based on the strength and knowledge of the past.
C. The past was irrelevant, and the future should focus only on modern ideas.
D. The past and future are disconnected and should be treated separately.