PRE-MEDIEVAL PERIOD

PRE-MEDIEVAL PERIOD

Consider the following pairs. Famous Region Place 1. Bodh Gaya : Baghelkhand 2. Khajuraho : Bundelkhand 3. Shirdi : Vida

For this statement question, read slowly. In Pre-Medieval Period, the statements that hold true together are Only 2 and 5. That is the answer. If you check each statement one by one in your mind, you will see why this set feels right. Take your time and do not rush it.

Ref: [IAS (Pre) 2016 Gujarat PSC (Pre) 2017] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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PRE-MEDIEVAL PERIOD

Which were the three dynasties who were engaged in a Tripartite struggle for Kannauj? 1. Chola 2. Pala 3. Gurjara 4. Ras

This one is a favourite in exams. In Pre-Medieval Period, whenever you see which were the three dynasties who were, the answer is 2, 3 and 4. I have seen students get it right just by remembering this one line. So do not overthink it. Learn this pair and you are good.

Ref: [UP Lower Sub. (Pre) 2002] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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Who among the following were famous jurists of medieval India? 1. Vigyanesvara 2. Hemadri 3. Rajashekhara 4. Jimutavahan

Think of Pre-Medieval Period as a book you have already read. On the page about who among the following were famous jurists, the name written there is 1, 2 and 4. That is the whole answer. No trick here. Just a simple fact that you can recall in a few seconds.

Ref: [IAS (Pre) 1995] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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PRE-MEDIEVAL PERIOD

Match List-I (Dynasty) with List-II (Capital) on the basis of code. List-I (Dynasty) (a) Pratihara (b) Chola (c) Parmara

For this matching question, take it pair by pair. In Pre-Medieval Period, the pairs match as in code 4 1 3 2. That is the full answer. If you learn each pair as a small line, the code comes by itself. No need to memorise numbers. Just remember the pairs and you are done.

Ref: [Chhattisgarh PCS (Pre) 2008] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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With reference to the economic history of medieval India, the term ‘Araghatta’ refers to

Think of Pre-Medieval Period as a book you have already read. On the page about with reference to the economic history of, the name written there is Waterwheel used for the irrigation of land. That is the whole answer. No trick here. Just a simple fact that you can recall in a few seconds.

Ref: [IAS (Pre) 2016] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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The author of Gaudavaho was

Imagine you are revising Pre-Medieval Period late at night. The one fact you would underline for the author of Gaudavaho was is Vakpati. That is exactly what this question is asking. It is a direct question, so the answer is also direct. Just keep it simple.

Ref: [UPPSC (RI) 2014] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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Who among the following was not a king of the Parmar dynasty?

The main idea is really simple. In Pre-Medieval Period, who among the following was not a is always linked with Gangeyadev. That is the point the question is checking. Once you know this link, you will feel confident. It is one of those questions that rewards simple revision.

Ref: [MPPCS (Pre) 2017] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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The presiding deity of Bhojshala Temple is

Okay, so here is the simple version. The presiding deity of Bhojshala Temple is points to Goddess Saraswati. In Pre-Medieval Period, this is taught as a basic fact. You do not need a long story for it. Just remember the connection and move on. It will come back to you in the exam.

Ref: [Kerala PSC (Pre) 2019 UP UDA/LDA (Pre) 2001] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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PRE-MEDIEVAL PERIOD

Who amongst the following wrote a book on artificial scientific equipments?

Let us keep it easy. Who amongst the following wrote a book — the answer is Bhoj. In Pre-Medieval Period, this is the fact that everyone is expected to know. If you have read the chapter once, you have already seen it. A quick revision is enough to fix it in your mind.

Ref: [UP UDA/LDA (Pre) 2013] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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King Bhoj ruled over

Honestly, this is a simple one. King Bhoj ruled over is Dhar. In Pre-Medieval Period, this is the first fact you learn about this topic. If you say it out loud once — King Bhoj ruled over is Dhar — you will remember it. Try it and see.

Ref: [MPPCS (Pre) 2010] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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Who was the founder of Parmar Dynasty?

Let us keep it easy. Who was the founder of Parmar Dynasty — the answer is Krishnaraj. In Pre-Medieval Period, this is the fact that everyone is expected to know. If you have read the chapter once, you have already seen it. A quick revision is enough to fix it in your mind.

Ref: [Uttarakhand PCS (Pre) 2016] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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Who among the following granted financial aid for the restoration of a demolished mosque in Khambhat?

You can think of it as a small story. In Pre-Medieval Period, who among the following granted financial aid happened with Jayasimha Siddharaja. That is why Jayasimha Siddharaja is the answer here. Stories are easier to remember than lists. So keep this small story in mind and you will recall it.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 1999 RAS/RTS (Pre) 1999] | R.S. Sharma, India's Ancient Past, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Pre-Medieval Period and present the archaeological and historical evidence that supports the correct answer for this question.

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