Question

write any 5 importance of sources of history

Answer 1

Answer:

Some of the important sources of history are as follows:

All the material which has a direct bearing or can be any assistance in constructing the history of a particular period are called as historical facts or sources.

The historical sources can be of two types, i.e. Primary and Secondary Sources. A primary source is the evidence of an eye witness or mechanical device which was present at the time of the occurrence of an event.

Answer 2

Answer:

The use of primary sources exposes students to important historical concepts. First, students become aware that all written history reflects an author's interpretation of past events. Therefore, as students read a historical account, they can recognize its subjective nature.