10 Questions
When did India become a free nation?
1947
Who was the ruler known for the infamous invasions and plunder of India during 971 - 1030?
Mahmud de Ghazni
Which European country's caravels threatened the Indian Ocean trade with their military attitude and practices?
Portugal
Who founded a unified empire in northern India after defeating the Turkish of the Lodis in Delhi?
Mughals
Which leader was involved in the organized Indian resistance against British agents of the British East India Company?
Tipu Sultan
What is India historically known as in Puranic tradition?
Bharata-Varsha
In the political context, the Indian empire as it existed before August 15, 1947, included which region beyond the current natural boundaries?
Baluchistan
What were the approximate longitudinal and latitudinal boundaries of the Indian empire as described in the text?
Long. 61° and Lat. 37° N
Excluding Burma, what was the total area of the Indian empire according to the Government of India Act of 1935?
1,575,000 square miles
What concept does the text suggest India to be more aligned with based on its history and identity?
Civilizational concept
Explore the historical background of India, from the Puranic tradition to the boundaries of the Indian empire before August 15, 1947. Learn about the sub-continent of India and its position in the larger Jambu-dvipa unit.
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