How did architectural features of Mohenjodaro indicate planning? Support with suitable examples.
Who composed the original story of Mahabharata in oral form? Explain any four elements considered by the historians while analyzing the Mahabharata.
'Buddha laid stress on right conduct and values.' ln the light of the above message, explain his teachings on life.
'By the eleventh century Sufism evolved into a well-developed movement.' Give any two examples.
The examples:
(i) The Sufis began to organise communities around the hospices or Khanqah controlled by a teaching master known as shaikh, pir or murshid.
(ii) Sufi silsilas began to crystallise in different parts of the Islamic world, it was through this channel that spiritual power and blessings were transmitted to devotees.
Domingo Paes has called the Mahanavami Dibba of Vijayanagara Empire as 'The House of Victory'. Justify.
Describe the life led by the forest dwellers during the Mughal era in 16th-17th centuries.
Why was the colonial government keen on mapping of lndian cities from the early years? Give any two reasons.