11 Questions
What was the area along the Ganga and its tributaries known as in ancient times?
Magadha
How did people enrich our cultural traditions according to the text?
By sharing new ways of carving stones and composing music
What was the name of our country mentioned in the text?
India and Bharat
What did people collect for food according to the text?
Roots, fruits, and forest produce
Where did men and women move to according to the text?
To escape from natural disasters like floods or droughts
What is the term used for writings on hard surfaces like stone or metal?
Inscriptions
Why did kings use inscriptions in the past?
To store information about their victories
Which group of people kept detailed records of their activities in the past?
Kings and queens
What is the main role of an archaeologist according to the text?
Explore and excavate to find historical clues
How are dates counted in relation to the birth of Jesus Christ?
Counted backwards with letters BC (Before Christ)
What do historians use the term 'source' to refer to?
Information found in manuscripts, inscriptions, and archaeology
Study Notes
Ancient Geography
- The area along the Ganga and its tributaries was known as the Ganga Valley in ancient times.
Cultural Contributions
- People enriched our cultural traditions through their experiences, ideas, and customs.
Ancient India
- The name of our country mentioned in the text is India.
Food Gathering
- People collected fruits, plants, and animals for food.
Migration
- Men and women moved to the Ganga Valley in search of livelihood.
Epigraphy
- The term used for writings on hard surfaces like stone or metal is epigraphy.
Inscriptions
- Kings used inscriptions to record their achievements and inform people about their reign.
- Inscriptions were also used to propagate the king's ideas and policies.
Record Keeping
- The group of people who kept detailed records of their activities in the past were scholars and officials.
Archaeology
- The main role of an archaeologist is to excavate, analyze, and interpret the material remains of the past.
Dating System
- Dates are counted in relation to the birth of Jesus Christ, with BCE (Before Common Era) and CE (Common Era) denoting the years before and after his birth.
Historical Sources
- Historians use the term 'source' to refer to any material that provides information about the past, such as texts, images, and artifacts.
Test your knowledge on Chapter 1 of CBSE Class 6 History, 'What, Where, How and When?' Discover how we learn about our past and explore the different facets of historical study.
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