Question

class 7 history ch 3 extra questions​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Why was there no mention of Delhi till 12th century?

Answer:

From 7th to 12th century many regions like Kaveri delta became the centre of large kingdoms. There was no mention of Delhi as it became important only during the 12th century.

Question 2.

Under which dynasty did Delhi become the capital? When did it become an important commercial centre?

Answer:

Delhi first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs.

They were defeated in the middle of the twelfth century by the Chauhans (‘Chahamanas) of Ajmer.

It was under the Tomaras and Chauhans, Delhi became an important commercial centre.

Many rich Jaina merchants lived in the city and constructed several temples.

Coins minted here, called Dehliuial, had a wide circulation.

Question 3.

The transformation of Delhi into a capital that controlled vast areas of the subcontinent started with the foundation of the Delhi Sultanate in the beginning of the thirteenth century. Take a look at Table 1 again and identify the five dynasties that together made the Delhi Sultanate.

Answer:

Early Turkish Slaves or Ilbari Rulers – 1206-1290

Khalji Dynasty – 1290-1320

Tughluq Dynasty – 1320-1414

Sayyid Dynasty – 1414-1451

Lodi Dynasty – 1451-1526

Question 4.

The Delhi Sultans built many cities in the area that we now know as Delhi. Map 1 shows the location of Dehli-i Kuhna, Siri and Jahanpanah. Now locate them on the map.

Answer:

Please see the map on page 48 and the shaded portion (squares). (see Map 1)

Question 5.

Name the Rajput dynasties that ruled during 12th century.

Answer:

Ananga Pala of Tomar dynasty and Prithiviraj Chauhan of Chauhan dynasty were important Rajput rulers during the 12th century.

Question 6.

Name the rulers of slave dynasty.

Answer:

Qutbuddin Aybak – military general of Muhammad Ghori established the Slave dynasty. He was followed by Iltutmish and Raziyya, the first woman Sultan and Balban.