Textbook Quetions and Solutions
Keywords:
- Monarch: Ruler / emperor.
- Indian subcontinent: Generally covers the countries of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, and Sri Lanka.
- Annex: To take possession of an area, land, or country forcefully.
- Province: A principal administrative division of a country or empire.
- Dhamma: (Here) Values like honesty, truthfulness, simplicity, righteousness, non-violence, and so on.
- Monasteries: Buildings in which monks live.
- Matrimonial: Relating to marriage.
- Alliance: A union or a relationship.
- Metallurgy: The branch of science and technology concerned with the properties of metals.
- Humane: Kind, good-natured.
- Mausoleum: A large tomb.
Q.1) Define the following:
- Metallurgy: A branch of science and technology concerned with the properties of metals.
- Dynasty: A dynasty is a series of rulers from the same family who rule a kingdom or empire one after another.
- Monarch: A monarch is a king or queen who rules a kingdom or country.
Q.2) Answer the following questions:
1. What did Ashoka do to spread Buddhism?
Ans: To spread Buddhism, Ashoka had messages or edicts inscribed on pillars in Prakrit.
- i) Ashoka sent missionaries to China, Tibet, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Nepal, Burma, Egypt, and Greece to spread Buddhism.
- ii) He built many stupas and viharas for Buddhist followers.
2. How does Fa-Hien describe Chandra Gupta II’s reign?
Ans:
- i) Fa-Hien’s accounts contain information about the achievements of Chandra Gupta II.
- ii) According to him, people were prosperous, and India traded with China, Ceylon, and many other countries in Europe.
3. Name some of the Navaratnas in Akbar’s court.
Ans: Prominent among the Navaratnas in Akbar’s court were Abul Fazl (his chief minister), Tansen (the famous singer), Birbal (a minister), and Raja Todar Mal (an able administrator).
4. Name some monuments built by Shah Jahan.
Ans: Shah Jahan’s rule is regarded as the golden age of Indian architecture.
- i) The most brilliant monument is the Taj Mahal in Agra.
- ii) The Red Fort and Jama Masjid in Delhi were also built during his time.
5. Who assumed the title of Mummudi Cholan?
Ans: Raja Raja Chola assumed the title “Mummudi Cholan,” meaning the Chola king who wears three crowns—that of the Cheras, Cholas, and Pandyas.
6. Suppose you were a ruler of a large kingdom with people following different religions and speaking different languages. What three measures would you take to keep your kingdom united and peaceful?
Ans: If I were a ruler of a large kingdom, I would:
- i) Respect all religions and give everyone equal rights.(Note: The rest of the student’s answer appears to be cut off in the image).