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Question (11)
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A pilgrim visits a sacred river, a mountain shrine and a sacred grove during one journey. Which idea of the chapter is best reflected?
  • (A) Sacredness is limited to temples only.
  • (B) Sacredness extends to natural features as well as shrines.
  • (C) Sacred places exist only in cities.
  • (D) Nature has no connection with spirituality.

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

The chapter explains that rivers, mountains, forests and groves are also regarded as sacred.

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Question (12)
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If a pilgrim spends 4 days each at 8 sacred sites, how many days are spent altogether?
  • (A) 24 days
  • (B) 28 days
  • (C) 32 days
  • (D) 36 days

Correct Answer: C
Explanation:

8 × 4 = 32 days.

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Question (13)
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Which of the following best explains why many sacred groves have rich biodiversity?
  • (A) Hunting is encouraged there.
  • (B) They are protected from activities like tree felling and mining.
  • (C) Only fruit trees are planted there.
  • (D) Farming is compulsory inside them.

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Sacred status helps conserve plants, animals and water bodies.

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Question (14)
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A trader travelling along an ancient trade route also visits nearby pilgrimage centres. This shows that
  • (A) trade routes and pilgrimage routes often overlapped.
  • (B) traders avoided sacred places.
  • (C) pilgrims were not allowed to trade.
  • (D) trade and pilgrimage never met.

Correct Answer: A
Explanation:

Ancient trade and pilgrimage routes frequently followed similar paths, benefiting both traders and pilgrims.

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Question (15)
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A pilgrimage group covers 540 km in 15 days. What is their average distance travelled per day?
  • (A) 30 km
  • (B) 34 km
  • (C) 36 km
  • (D) 40 km

Correct Answer: C
Explanation:

540 ÷ 15 = 36 km per day.

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Question (16)
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Why are many temples and tīrthas located on hills or mountains?
  • (A) Mountains are easier to cultivate.
  • (B) The climb symbolises the spiritual journey towards the divine.
  • (C) Kings preferred cold weather.
  • (D) Mountains have more markets.

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

The difficult climb represents inner discipline and spiritual progress.

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Question (17)
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A village plans to cut down a sacred grove to build factories. According to the ideas in the chapter, what would be the most appropriate concern?
  • (A) Only loss of tourist income
  • (B) Loss of biodiversity, water conservation and cultural heritage
  • (C) Increase in mountain height
  • (D) Reduction in rainfall across the world

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Sacred groves protect ecosystems while preserving cultural traditions.

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Question (18)
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If a devotee plans to visit 16 sacred sites over 4 years, visiting an equal number every year, how many sites will be visited each year?
  • (A) 2
  • (B) 3
  • (C) 4
  • (D) 5

Correct Answer: C
Explanation:

16 ÷ 4 = 4 sites per year.

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Question (19)
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Which statement best explains how pilgrimage contributed to India's cultural integration?
  • (A) It restricted people to their own regions.
  • (B) It encouraged interaction among people from different regions, languages and traditions.
  • (C) It discouraged learning from other communities.
  • (D) It reduced trade between regions.

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Pilgrimages helped people exchange ideas, customs and experiences across the country.

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Question (20)
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During a pilgrimage, a group buys food from local shops, stays in lodges and hires transport. Which conclusion is most appropriate?
  • (A) Pilgrimages only have religious importance.
  • (B) Pilgrimages also support the local economy and livelihoods.
  • (C) Pilgrimages reduce employment opportunities.
  • (D) Pilgrimages have no effect on nearby towns.

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Pilgrimage centres generate income for local businesses, transport services and traders, contributing to the regional economy.

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