point out a shortcoming and an advantage of using inscriptions to reconstruct history
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Explanation:
General Instructions :
1. Answer all the questions. Some questions have choice. Marks are indicated against each question.
2. Answers to questions 1 to 3, carrying 2 marks should not exceed 30 words each.
3. Answer to questions 4 – 9, carrying 4 marks, should not exceed 100 words each. Students should attempt any 5 questions in this section.
4. Question 10 (for 4 marks) is a value based question and compulsory.
5. Answer to questions 11 to 14, carrying 8 marks each should not exceed 350 words each. Students should attempt any 3 questions in this section.
6. Questions 15, 16 and 17 are based on sources and have no internal choice.
7. Map Question 18 includes ‘identification’ and ‘significance’ test items. Students should attach the map within the answer scripts.
Part – A
Answer all the questions given below : 2×3=6
1. Point out a shortcoming and an advantage of using inscriptions to reconstruct history.2
2. Mention two steps taken by Akbar to promote harmony in his empire. 2
3. What purpose did mapping serve to the colonial government?
Part – B
Answer any five of the following questions. 4×5= 20
4. Describe the strategies used by archaeologists to track social differences in the Harappan society. 4
5. Examine the contribution of the Begums of Bhopal towards the preservation of Sanchi. 4
6. How were the water requirements of the people of Vijayanagara met? 4
7. Assess the role played by women of the imperial household in the Mughal empire. 4
8. Describe the life style of the Paharias. 4
9. ‘A major cause of the revolt of 1857 was Dalhousie’s occupation of Awadh.’ Give reasons to justify the statement. 4
Section – II :
Value Based Question. (Compulsory) 4
Read the following passage and answer the question that follows :
‘God is called by many names:
Names like Allah, Ram, Karim, Keshav, Hari and Hazrat
Gold may be shaped into rings and bangles
Isn’t it gold all the same?
Distinctions are only words we invent.’
10. ‘The teachings of Kabir helped in strengthening values of peaceful coexistence in the society’. Explain giving examples from his ideas and state in what ways are his teachings relevant in the contemporary times to resolve conflict.