Class 6 Social Science Chapter 7 MCQ India’s Cultural Roots
MCQ Questions for Class 6 Social Science SST Chapter 7 India’s Cultural Roots
1. Choose the correct option in the following questions:
Question 1.
The vedic hymns were composed by _________.
(a) Saints
(b) Rishis and Rishikas
(c) Gods
(d) None of these.
Answer:
(b) Rishis and Rishikas
Question 2.
Early vedic society was organised in different _________.
(a) Groups
(b) Janas or Clans
(c) Sub continent
(d) None of these.
Answer:
(b) Janas or Clans
Question 3.
Many professions are mentioned in the vedic texts such as _________.
(a) Builder
(b) Carpenter
(c) Agriculturist
(d) All of the above
Answer:
(d) All of the above
Question 4.
_________ were built upon vedic concepts and introduced new ones.
(a) Brahman
(b) Upanishads
(c) Nature
(d) None of these
Answer:
(b) Upanishads
Question 5.
_________ was born in Lumbini.
(a) Chhandogya Upanishad
(b) Siddhartha Gautama
(c) Lord Mahavir
(d) None of these
Answer:
(b) Siddhartha Gautama
Question 6.
Prince Vardhamana was born into a royal family in the early _________ century B.C.E.
(a) 5th century
(b) 6th century
(c) 7th century
(d) All the above
Answer:
(b) 6th century
Question 7.
In the context of Vedic society, what does the term ‘Jana’ refer to?
(a) A specific profession or occupation.
(b) A type of ritual or prayer.
(c) A clan or larger group of people associated with a particular region.
(d) A sacred hymn recited during rituals.
Answer:
(c) A clan or larger group of people associated with a particular region.
Question 8.
Which of the following correctly describes the origins of Indian culture?
(a) Indian culture is solely based on Vedic traditions.
(b) Indian culture has multiple roots including the Indus, Harappan and Sindhu-Sarasvati civilisations.
(c) Indian culture only began with the arrival of the Aryans.
(d) Indian culture started with the rise of Buddhism and Jainism.
Answer:
(b) Indian culture has multiple roots including the Indus, Harappan and Sindhu-Sarasvati civilisations.
Question 9.
Which of the following is recognised by UNESCO as ‘a masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity’?
(a) The Upanishads
(b) Vedic chanting
(c) Mahabharata
(d) The Ramayana
Answer:
(b) Vedic chanting
Question 10.
Which of the following terms refers to a collective gathering or assembly in Vedic society?
(a) Raja
(b) Sabha
(c) Samiti
(d) Both (b) and (c)
Answer:
(d) Both (b) and (c)
Question 11.
According to Buddhism, what are the sources of human suffering?
(a) Ignorance and attachment
(b) Karma and dharma
(c) Rebirth and sacrifice
(d) Desire and duty
Answer:
(a) Ignorance and attachment
Question 12.
The Charvaka school of thought is known for what belief?
(a) The material world is the only thing that exists
(b) Life after death is certain
(c) The importance of rituals
(d) The concept of rebirth
Answer:
(a) The material world is the only thing that exists
Question 13.
Which concept is central to the Upanishads?
(a) The importance of animal sacrifice.
(b) The concept of ‘Atman’ or the self.
(c) The denial of the existence of the soul.
(d) The promotion of polytheism.
Answer:
(b) The concept of ‘Atman’ or the self.
Question 14.
Which of the following is not a characteristic of Jainism?
(a) Belief in the concept of karma.
(b) Emphasis on non-violence (ahimsa).
(c) Worship of multiple gods.
(d) Practice of asceticism.
Answer:
(c) Worship of multiple gods.
Question 15.
Which of the following is true about tribes in ancient India?
(a) They lived under a chief
(b) They held private property
(c) They were considered inferior to civilised people
(d) Both (a) and (c)
Answer:
(d) Both (a) and (c)
Question 16.
What is the significance of the Sangha in Buddhism?
(a) It is a sacred text.
(b) It is a place of worship.
(c) It is a community of monks and nuns.
(d) It is a philosophical concept.
Answer:
(c) It is a community of monks and nuns.
Question 17.
The Vedic texts were primarily transmitted through which method?
(a) Written manuscripts
(b) Oral recitation
(c) Carvings on stones
(d) Illustrated scrolls
Answer:
(b) Oral recitation
Question 18.
Which delty is associated with fire in the Vedic rituals?
(a) Indra
(b) Agni
(c) Varuna
(d) Sarasvati
Answer:
(b) Agni
Question 19.
The Vedic hymns were composed by which of the following groups?
(a) Rishis (male seers)
(b) Rishikas (female seers)
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) Neither (a) nor (b)
Answer:
(c) Both (a) and (b)
Question 20.
Consider the following statements. Choose the option that correctly describes the interaction between folk, tribal traditions, and leading schools of thought in Indian culture.
(i) Folk and tribal traditions were isolated and did not influence mainstream beliefs.
(ii) There was constant interaction, with deities, concepts, and rituals being exchanged freely.
(iii) Tribal beliefs were eradicated by the leading schools of thought.
(iv) Leading schools of thought rejected any influence from folk and tribal traditions.
Options
(a) Only (i) and (ii)
(b) Only (ii)
(c) Only (iv)
(d) None of these
Answer:
(b) Only (ii)
Assertion-Reason Questions :
1. Assertion (A) Tribal and Hindu belief systems have enriched each other through interactions.
Reason (R) They share many similar concepts, including the worship of natural elements and deities. Codes
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is false, but R is true
(d) A is true, but R is false
Answer:
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Assertion (A) The Todas of the Nilgiris avoid pointing to their sacred peaks with a finger.
Reason (R) They consider these peaks as residences of gods or goddesses.
Codes
(a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is false, but R is true
(d) A is true, but R is false
Answer:
(a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
3. Assertion (A) The Charvaka school believed in life after death.
Reason ( R ) Charvaka taught that the material world is the only thing that exists.
Codes
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is false, but R is true
(d) A is true but R is false
Answer:
(c) A is false, but R is true
Fill in the Blanks :
1. The idea of _______ in Buddhism is generally translated as ‘non-violence’ but originally means ‘non-hurting’ or ‘non-injuring’.
Answer:
ahimsa
2. The Charvaka school, also known as _______ , believed that the material world is the only thing that exists.
Answer:
Lokayata
3. A _______ is a group of families or clans sharing a tradition of common descent, culture and language.
Answer:
tribe
4. The _______ is considered the most ancient of the four Vedas.
Answer:
Rig Veda
5. Siddhartha Gautama, who became known as the Buddha, was born in _______
Answer:
Lumbini
True or False :
1. The word “Veda” comes from the Sanskrit word “vid” which means “truth.”
Answer:
False
2. According to Vedanta, everything ranging from human life, nature, and the universe is one divine essence called brahman.
Answer:
True
3. The word ‘Jain’ comes from jina, meaning ‘conqueror,’ referring to the conquest of territory.
Answer:
False
4. Buddhism emerged as a distinct school of thought that accepted Vedic authority.
Answer:
False
5. There are five Vedas, namely, the Rig Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda, the Atharva Veda and the Agni Veda.
Answer:
False
2. Match the following items given in Column A with that in Column B:
Question 1.
Look at the pictures, identify them and answer the questions in Column-I and Column-II given below:
| Column I | Column II |
 |
 |
| 1. Identify and name the person. | 1. Identify and name the person. |
| 2. When and where was he born? | 2. When and where was he born? |
| 3. Which religion did he found? | 3. Which religion did he found? |
| 4. Where did he attain Enlightenment? | 4. Where did he attain Nirvana? |
| 5. What were his main teachings? | 5. What were his main teachings? |
Answer:
| Column I | Column II |
| 1. Gautama Buddha | 1. Vardhamana Mahavira |
| 2. 560 BCE in Lumbini, Nepal | 2. Earlier 6th century BCE in Vaishali, Bihar |
| 3. Buddhism | 3. Jainism |
| 4. Bodh Gaya, Bihar | 4. Pawapuri, Bihar |
| 5. Main teaching of Gautam Buddha were non violence and inner discipline | 5. Main teachings of Lord Mahavira were Ahimsa, Anekantavada and Aparigraha. |