Question

1) Write about the history of sports literature and toys in ancient India.​

Answer 1

Answer:

India is the land where popular sports like “ Gilli danda”, “Snakes and ladders”, “Chess”, “Kite flying”, “Kancha” etc have originated. The equipments such as Gilli (a small stick) and Danda (a large stick) , marbles, chess board, etc have been made in India. “Kathasaritsagara” has very interesting description of flying dolls as well.  

India’s toy history dates back to the Harappa and Mohenjodaro civilizations. Clay toys have been found in archaeological excavations. Dolls are also mentioned in ancient India’s literature. This throws light upon valuable toys used for playing by children in ancient India’s most developed cities.