History Paper-1 PYQs: 2016

1. Answer any three of the following in about 200 words each:
   (a) Throw light on the non-literary sources of early Indian History.
   (b) Figure out the details about the pastoral communities and their role during the early period of Indian History.
   (c) What do you know about the non-monarchical communities of Northern India at the time of Buddha.
   (d) Analyse the message of Lord Buddha and the two sects of Mahayaan and Hinayaan.
2. Assess the contribution of Sungas in the field of politics, society, religion, literature and art.
3. Throw light on the circumstances at the time of Huna/Hun invasion over India and its impact for history of India.
4. Discuss the significance of Hathigumpha Inscription as a source of history of Odisha.
5. Write about any three of the following topics in not more than 200 words:
   (a) What do you know about Shankaracharya's Vedanta.
   (b) Introduce Alberuni and his picture of Indian science and civilization.
   (c) Write about the caste and slavery under the Sultanate.
   (d) Make an assessment of Sher Shah's administration.
6. Make an estimate of any two provincial dynasties during 15^th and early 16^th centuries, examining their contribution.
7. Give an outline of the 17^th Century important Indian Towns, Trade and Commerce with Europe.
8. Trace the history of the Imperial Gangas with special reference to Odisha.