The Pre Historic period in India dates back to the Paleolithic era, around 2.6 million years ago, and extends up to the end of the Indus Valley Civilization around 1900 BCE. During this period, humans in India were primarily hunters and gatherers, relying on wild animals and plants for food. They made use of stone tools and weapons, which were gradually refined and improved over time.
Here are some MCQs on Pre Historic period
1. Which period in Indian history is generally considered to be the prehistoric period?
a) Before 2000 BC
b) Between 2000 BC and 1000 BC
c) Between 1000 BC and 500 BC
d) Between 500 BC and 200 BC
2. The prehistoric period in India is divided into three parts. Which of the following is NOT one of these three parts?
a) Paleolithic Age
b) Mesolithic Age
c) Neolithic Age
d) Bronze Age
3. The Paleolithic Age in India is characterized by which of the following?
a) The use of stone tools
b) The development of agriculture
c) The rise of civilization
d) The invention of writing
4. The first evidence of human habitation in India dates back to which period?
a) Paleolithic Age
b) Mesolithic Age
c) Neolithic Age
d) Bronze Age
5. The Mesolithic Age in India is characterized by which of the following?
a) The development of agriculture
b) The rise of civilization
c) The invention of writing
d) The use of microliths
