History Paper-1 [Year: 2022]
Q1
V. Smith Said, "The triumphant progress of Alexander from Himalaya to the sea demonstrated the inherent weakness of the greatest Asiatic armies when`confronted with European skill and discipline". Critically analyze this Statement with reference to the actual facts as available in this whole context.
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Q2
The old Vedic religion had gradually ceased to be a strong living force since the Upanishads had initiated freedom of speculation into the fundamental problems of life. Evaluate the rise of Buddhism in the light of the above. Is it right to say, that Buddhism was a revolt' against Hinduism?
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Q3
"Everything indicates that there was a large volume of direct sea trade between India and the western countries as far as African coast before the beginning of the Christian era." Throw light on India's trade (by land and sea) also assessing the observation given above.
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Q4
Mention a popular story about Ramgupta as referred to in a dramatic work Devi Chandraguptam along with other related details.
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Q5
"The importance of education was realized in India from very early times and utmost emphasis was laid upon the acquisition of knowledge. The educational institutions were many and varied in character." Discuss above with special reference to Takshshila and Nalanda.
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Q6
Even though the political supremacy of Guptas ended by about 550 AD, the culture in general and the type of art in particular ushered in by them continued for more than a century. Discuss.
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Q7
Indicate the causes of the Arab invasion, delineating different factors which led them to invade Indian State and provinces.
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Q8
The period between 7th to 10th centuries was a period of proliferation and multiplication of castes. Elaborate the point by giving a sketch of the Situation then prevailing.
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Q9
Adi Shankar was the most outstanding philosopher of the 8th century. Indicate the major strands of his philosophy and contribution.
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Q10
Write about the emergence of Suryavamshi Gajpati Dynasty in Orissa and its contributions.
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Q11
Discuss the rise of Maratha power under Shivaji, highlighting chief factors responsible for the same.
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Q13
"It is difficult to accept the view (too often maintained) that the Indians totally lacked the historical sense." Discuss the relevance of this observation in view of the sources available for knowing ancient Indian history.
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Q14
With reference to the growth of royal power in later Vedic period, it is said that the autocracy was not undiluted (as expressed by the term 'oriental despotism'). Comment on the above Statement with the help of contemporary sources.
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Q15
Indian history assumed a more or less definite shape towards the close of the 7th century B.C. There was no paramount power in Northern India in this period, but the whole country was divided into a number of independent States. Give a picture of this phase bringing out the real nature of polity as it existed in India.
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Q16
The significant development noticed from the 6th century onwards was the increase in the practice of land grants that led to the phenomena of semifeudalism or landlordism. Comment on the above with reference to its practice during Gupta period.
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Q17
Period between 8th-12th centuries is generally considered as the beginning of early medieval period in the history of India. Justify and point out the characteristics/major events during this period.
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Q18
'Chola administration was highly efficient'. Explain and elaborate with relevant details.
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