World History questions with answers

377 multiple-choice questions. Open any question for its answer and explanation.

Questions asked in State PSC and UPSC prelims, by topic. Each topic also has notes to read.

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1. The first Olympic Games were held in which year?Asked in JPSC CS Prelims 2011
2. Angkor Vat Vishnu Temple is located in :Asked in UPPCS Prelims 1995
3. Who was the first king of rome:Asked in RPSC RAS Prelims 1995
4. In which period Shailendra dynasty established its empire in Sumatra, Java etc. –Asked in School Lecturer (Sanskrit Edu.) 2018
5. The 'Angkorwat temple' of Kambuj is a memorial to the fame of which ruler ?Asked in School Lecturer (Sanskrit Edu.) 2020
6. The world famous Myson temple complex is the legacy of which ancient kingdom in South- East Asia? (1) Champa (2) Srivijaya (3) Mataram (4) FunanAsked in School Lecturer (School Edu.) 2018 3 2018
7. The famous Mongol military leader, who was the founder of the Yuan Dynasty in China and the grandson of Genghis Khan, wasAsked in ae 2024
8. Angkor Wat, one of the most famous sacred temples is in which country?Asked in ASCO 2014
9. Angkor Wat, one of the most famous sacred temples is in which country? - [A] Cambodia - [B] Nepal - [C] Philippines - [D] IndonesiaAsked in HORTICULTURE DEVELOPMENT OF‐ FICER(HDO) 2015
10. Match the following famous archaeological sites in List—I with their countries in List—II in which they are situated : List—I | List—II ---|--- a. Machu Picchu | 1. Jordan b. Petra | 2. Peru c. Angkor vats | 3. Turkey d. Göbekli Tepe | 4. Kampuchea Select the correct match from the codes given below.Asked in GS Asst Architect PWD 02 2025
11. Match the following famous archaeological sites in List—I with the countries in List—II in which they are situated : List—I List—II a. Machu Picchu 1. Jordan b. Petra 2. Peru c. Angkor vats 3. Turkey d. Göbekli Tepe 4. Kampuchea Select the correct match from the codes given below.Asked in GS Asst Architect PWD 02 2025
12. Match the following famous archaeological sites in List—I with the countries in List—II in which they are situated : List—I a. Machu Picchu b. Petra c. Angkor vats d. Göbekli Tepe List —II 1. Jordan 2. Peru 3. Turkey 4. Kampuchea Select the correct match from the codes given below.Asked in GS Asst Architect PWD 02 2025
13. What is the correct North-South sequence of the following civilizations ?Asked in RO ARO pre 2016
14. Bindibu are natives ofAsked in Asstt. System Manager 2021
15. Medieval traveller and writer Ibn Batuta belonged to which country ?Asked in CGPSC Prelims Exam 2019
16. What is the meaning of the term "Humanist" used during the Renaissance in 15th century Europe? 1. It refers to the masters who taught grammar and rhetoric 2. It refers to the masters who taught poetry, history and moral philosophy 3. It refers to the masters who taught subjects that were connected with religion 4. It refers to masters who emphasized skills that were developed through discussion and debate. Select the correct answer using the code given below:Asked in UPSC CAPF 2016
17. Who among the following is considered the founder of ‘Humanism’ during Renaissance ?Asked in ro aro 2024