891: Major difference between Varna and Jati, is that:
(a) Jatis are limited whereas Varnas are unlimited
(b) Jatis are only four whereas Varnas are many
(c) Varnas are only four whereas Jatis are many
(d) Jati is decided by birth but not Varna
892: Earliest Indian coins belonged to which period?
(a) 5th century B.C.
(b) Ashoka's reign.
(c) 1st century A.D.
(d) 3rd century A.D.
893: With reference to 'Eco-Sensitive Zones', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Eco-Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
2. The purpose of the declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones is to prohibit all kinds of human activities in those zones except agriculture.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
894: The ruler of which one of the following States was removed from power by the British on the pretext of misgovernance?
(a) Jhansi
(b) French
(c) Awadh
(d) Satara
Explanation:
During the administration of Nawab 'Wazid AIi', Awadh was annexed under the pretext of misrule.
895: The initial design and construction of which massive temple took place during the reign of Suryavarman II?
(a) Kamakhya Temple
(b) Sri Mariamman Temple
(c) Batu Caves Temple
(d) Angkor Vat
Explanation:
The initial design and construction of a massive temple "Angkor Vat" took place during the reign of Surya Varman II (1113 -1150 A.D.) at Angkor, Cambodia.