Question : What was the significance of the 1957 general election in India?  

Option 1: It marked the end of Congress dominance  

Option 2:  It was the first election after the formation of states on a linguistic basis  

Option 3:  It saw the introduction of electronic voting machines  

Option 4: It led to the formation of a coalition government  

Question : What was the significance of the coalitional nature of Congress in the era of one-party dominance?  

Option 1: It led to the rise of regional parties  

Option 2:  It helped Congress maintain its dominance  

Option 3:  It weakened the party's national presence  

Option 4:  It led to frequent changes in government  

Question :  In the context of Vedic religion, what is the significance of the fire ritual (Agni)?  

Option 1: It symbolizes purification and renewal. 

Option 2:  It represents the sun and its energy.  

Option 3:  It is a means of communication with the gods.  

Option 4: It signifies the destruction of evil.  

Question : What role does kinship play in understanding ancient social structures? 

Option 1: It determines technological roles 

Option 2: It shapes social relationships and family hierarchies 

Option 3: It influences economic policies 

Option 4: It defines political alliances 

Question : Migration can pose a security challenge because it can:  

Option 1: Lead to a shortage of natural resources  

Option 2: Cause cultural homogenization  

Option 3: Result in social and political tensions  

Option 4: Decrease economic productivity