Mention the two rules about classification of people in terms of 'gotra' under Brahmanical practice around 1000 BCE onwards. 

Mention the two ideas of Brahmanical system challenged by the Lingaytas.

Describe briefly the drainage system of the Harappan cities.

Describe the sources used to construct the history of Mauryan Empire.  

Who composed the original story of the text of Mahabharata? Describe the various stages through which Mahabharata was completed between the fifth century BCE and 400 C.E. 

Explain any five elements considered by the historians while analyzing the texts.

On the given political outline map of India mark and label the following mature Harappan sites Rakhigadi, Nageshwar, Lothal, Kalibangan, Kotdiji.

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On the given political outline map of India mark and label the following territories under Babar, Akbar and Aurangzeb: Delhi, Goa, Agra, Ajmer, Amber.

How and when were the ruins of Hampi brought to light? Explain briefly.  

Describe three factors that accounted for the constant expansion of agriculture during sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. 

'The keeping of exact and detailed records was a major concern of the Mughal administration'. Support the statement with facts.