Short Answer TypeWho was Cunningham? Mention any one account used by him to locate the early settlements of Harappa civilization.
’The most unique features of Mohenjodaro was the planned urban centre. ’ Support the statement with examples.
”The Mahabharata is a good source to study the Kinfolk’s values of ancient times.” Justify this statement with suitable arguments.
“The principle of ahimsa and renunciation emphasized by Jainism has left its mark”. Support the statement with Lord Mahavira’s messages.
The most important idea in Jainism is that:
(i) The entire world is animated: even stones, rocks and water have life.
(ii) Non-injury to living beings, especially to humans, animals, plants and insects, is central to Jaina philosophy.
(iii) According to Jaina teachings, the cycle of birth and rebirth is shaped through karma.
(iv) Asceticism and penance are required to free oneself from the cycle of karma.
(v) This can be achieved only by renouncing the world; therefore, monastic existence is a necessary condition of salvation.
How do the modern historians explain the development of Magadha as the most powerful Mahajanpada? Explain.
On the given Political Outline Map of India mark and name the following:
(a) kuru
(b) Rajgir
(c) Magadha
(d) Avanti
(e) Ujjain
OR
On the given political Outline Map of India, mark and name the following:
(a) Golconda
(b) Vijayanagara
(c) Mysore
(d) Quilon
(e) Tirunelveli
Which dynasty did Krishnadeva Raya belong to? Mention any one the expansion and consolidation policies?
Bernier’s description of imperial land-ownership influenced western theorists like French Philosopher Montesquieu and German Karl Marx. Justify it with suitable arguments.
Explain the features of Islamic religion which contributed to its spread through the sub-continent.
In what ways have the daily routine and special festivities associated with the Mughal court conveyed a sense of power of the Mughal emperor? Explain.
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