History Quiz| UGC NET Paper 2

With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?
1) Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment
2) Indifference to the authority of the Vedas
3) Denial of efficacy of rituals
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With reference to the scientific progress of ancient India, which of the statements given below are correct?
1) Different kind of specialized surgical instrument were in common use by 1st century AD.
2) Transplant of internal organs in the human body had begun by the beginning of 3rd century AD.
3) The concept of sine of an angle was known in 5th century AD.
4) The concept of cyclic quadrilaterals was known in 7th century AD.
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With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements:
1) The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the Government.
2) The Government gave Pattas to the Ryots.
3) The lands were surveyed and assessed before being taxed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which one of the following is considered the earliest example of a Panchayatana composition in Indian temple architecture?