Why was the colonial government keen on mapping of lndian cities

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History

Class

CBSE Class 12

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1.

Mention any two features of the administration system of the Mauryan Empire.

 

 

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2.

How did architectural features of Mohenjodaro indicate planning? Support with suitable examples.

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3.

Who composed the original story of Mahabharata in oral form? Explain any four elements considered by the historians while analyzing the Mahabharata.

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4.

'Buddha laid stress on right conduct and values.' ln the light of the above message, explain his teachings on life.

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5.

'By the eleventh century Sufism evolved into a well-developed movement.' Give any two examples.

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6.

Domingo Paes has called the Mahanavami Dibba of Vijayanagara Empire as 'The House of Victory'. Justify.

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7.

Describe the life led by the forest dwellers during the Mughal era in 16th-17th centuries.  

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8.

Why was the colonial government keen on mapping of lndian cities from the early years? Give any two reasons.


The reasons:

 (i) It was felt that good maps were necessary to understand the landscape and know the topography.

 (ii) The town maps give information regarding the location of hills, rivers and vegetation, all important for planning structures for defence purposes.

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9.

Critically examine the policies adopted by the Britishers to control Paharias.

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10.

How did British dispossess Taluqdars of Awadh during 1857? Explain with examples.

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