{"id":64186,"date":"2024-04-20T09:20:10","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T09:20:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=64186"},"modified":"2024-04-20T09:20:10","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T09:20:10","slug":"megaliths-found-in-various-parts-of-meghalaya-are-believed-to-be-associated-with","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/megaliths-found-in-various-parts-of-meghalaya-are-believed-to-be-associated-with\/","title":{"rendered":"Megaliths, found in various parts of Meghalaya, are believed to be associated with:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\r\n    <!-- Check if it's an AMP page -->\r\n            <!-- Non-AMP version -->\r\n        <div class=\"mcq-container\" data-quiz-id=\"quizState_6a97760d99886\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option1\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Ancient burial practices                <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option2\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Astronomical observations                <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option3\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Ritualistic ceremonies                <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option4\" data-is-correct=\"true\">\r\n                    Any of the above                <\/div>\r\n                            \r\n            <!-- Feedback messages for non-AMP -->\r\n            <div class=\"feedback\" data-feedback=\"wrong\">Answer is Right!<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"feedback\" data-feedback=\"right\">Answer is Wrong!<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <script>\r\n        document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function () {\r\n            var containers = document.querySelectorAll('.mcq-container');\r\n\r\n            containers.forEach(function(container) {\r\n                var options = container.querySelectorAll('.option');\r\n                var feedbackSelect = container.querySelector('[data-feedback=\"select\"]');\r\n                var feedbackWrong = container.querySelector('[data-feedback=\"wrong\"]');\r\n                var feedbackRight = container.querySelector('[data-feedback=\"right\"]');\r\n\r\n                options.forEach(function(option) {\r\n                    option.addEventListener('click', function() {\r\n                        var selectedOption = option.getAttribute('data-option-key');\r\n                        var isCorrect = option.getAttribute('data-is-correct') === 'true';\r\n\r\n                        \/\/ Remove previous selections\r\n                        options.forEach(function(opt) {\r\n                            opt.classList.remove('correct', 'incorrect');\r\n                        });\r\n\r\n                        \/\/ Add the correct\/incorrect class\r\n                        if (isCorrect) {\r\n                            option.classList.add('correct');\r\n                            feedbackRight.hidden = false;\r\n                            feedbackWrong.hidden = true;\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            option.classList.add('incorrect');\r\n                            feedbackRight.hidden = true;\r\n                            feedbackWrong.hidden = false;\r\n                        }\r\n\r\n                        \/\/ Hide select feedback\r\n                        feedbackSelect.hidden = true;\r\n                    });\r\n                });\r\n            });\r\n        });\r\n        <\/script>\r\n    \r\n    <!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: <strong>d) Any of the above<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Megaliths are large stones that have been erected by humans. They are found in many parts of the world, including Meghalaya. The purpose of megaliths is not always clear, but they are often associated with ancient burial practices, astronomical observations, or ritualistic ceremonies.<\/p>\n<p>In Meghalaya, megaliths are found in the Khasi and Jaintia Hills. The most common <div class=\"telegram-channel-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/pscnotes2025\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"telegram-channel-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"telegram-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 496 512\">\r\n                    <path fill=\"white\" d=\"M248,8C111,8,0,119,0,256s111,248,248,248s248-111,248-248S385,8,248,8z M362,177L320,367c-3,14-10,18-20,14l-56-41l-27,26 c-3,3-5,5-10,5l4-63L323,196c5-5-1-7-8-3l-98,62l-42-13c-9-3-10-9,2-14l162-63C351,160,365,164,362,177z\"\/>\r\n                <\/svg>\r\n            <\/span>\r\n            Join Our Telegram Channel\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div> type of megalith is the menhir, which is a standing stone. Other types of megaliths include dolmens, which are stone tables, and cromlechs, which are stone circles.<\/p>\n<p>The megaliths of Meghalaya are believed to date back to the Neolithic period. They are thought to have been erected by the Khasi and Jaintia peoples for a variety of purposes. Some megaliths are believed to have been used as burial sites, while others may have been used for astronomical observations or ritualistic ceremonies.<\/p>\n<p>The megaliths of Meghalaya are a fascinating part of the region&#8217;s history and culture. They are a reminder of the ingenuity and creativity of the Khasi and Jaintia peoples.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a brief explanation of each option:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ancient burial practices:<\/strong> Megaliths are often found in association with burial sites. In <div class=\"youtube-subscribe-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNHT8lW-JmLC68rjBfZhdkg?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"youtube-subscribe-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"youtube-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\">\r\n                    <path d=\"M549.7 124.1c-6.3-23.7-24.8-42.3-48.3-48.6C458.8 64 288 64 288 64S117.2 64 74.6 75.5c-23.5 6.3-42 24.9-48.3 48.6-11.4 42.9-11.4 132.3-11.4 132.3s0 89.4 11.4 132.3c6.3 23.7 24.8 41.5 48.3 47.8C117.2 448 288 448 288 448s170.8 0 213.4-11.5c23.5-6.3 42-24.2 48.3-47.8 11.4-42.9 11.4-132.3 11.4-132.3s0-89.4-11.4-132.3zm-317.5 213.5V175.2l142.7 81.2-142.7 81.2z\"\/>\r\n                <\/svg>\r\n            <\/span>\r\n            Subscribe on YouTube\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div> some cases, the megaliths may have been used to mark the graves of important people. In other cases, they may have been used to protect the dead from evil spirits.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Astronomical observations:<\/strong> Megaliths can be used to track the movement of the sun, moon, and stars. This may have been important for ancient people who used astronomy for navigation or for religious purposes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ritualistic ceremonies:<\/strong> Megaliths may have been used for a variety of ritualistic ceremonies. For example, they may have been used to mark the beginning of a new season or to celebrate a successful harvest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is important to note that the purpose of megaliths is not always clear. 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