HIGHER ORDER THINKING SKILLS EXAMPLARY QUESTIONS XII HISTORY

Question 1 (5)
Explain the relationship between the Varna system and the occupation according to the Brahmanical texts. How did the Brahmanas reinforce these? Explain two.

Question 2 (5)
Mahabharata is a good source to study the social values of ancient times. Support this statement with suitable arguments.

Question 3 (5)
Analyse how the Mughal Emperor’s Court procedures reflected his status and power.

Question 4 (5)
‘Rumours circulate only when they resonate, with the deep fears and suspicion of the people’. How was this statement true in the context of the Revolt of 1857?

Question 5 (2)
How was Kushadeva Singh seen as a symbol of humanity and harmony?

Question 6 (5)
“The Begums of Bhopal played a significant role in preserving the remains of Stupa at Sanchi.” Support this statement with suitable evidence.

Question 7 (5)
‘The rules of the Brahmanical text were not universally followed in ancient time’. Justify giving five evidences.

Question 8 (5)
‘The British Government consciously developed the city of Madras to reflect their racial superiority’. Justify the statement giving suitable arguments.

Question 9 (5)
‘Bernier’s accounts influenced western theorists from the 18th century’. Give arguments to support the statement.