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SUBJECT-WISE · ANCIENT INDIA
Ancient History PYQs: 52 Prelims · 9 Mains.
According to GyanGram’s live tagging, Ancient History accounts for 3.3% of Prelims questions (2011–2026). Top unit: Buddhism & Jainism.
52Prelims
9Mains
3.3%Of Prelims bank
16Years appearing
Units
Highest-yield units.
Buddhism & Jainism9
Vedic Age8
Harappan Civilisation5
North India (750–1200 CE)5
Mauryan Empire5
Gupta Age4
Post-Gupta North India3
Sources of Ancient India3
Sangam Age3
Mahajanapadas & Magadha2
Chapters
Highest-yield chapters.
Gupta Literature & Science3
Buddhism: Life & Teachings3
Later Vedic Religion3
Religion & Culture2
Early Vedic Religion2
Travellers & Education2
Buddhist Councils & Schools2
Dhamma & Edicts2
Religion & Culture2
Early Vedic Economy2
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