History and Culture of Kashmir Quiz
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History and Culture of Kashmir Quiz

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According to Sir Francis Young Husband, how does he describe the ancient lake in Kashmir?

  • Equal in size to Mount Blank
  • Half the size of the lake of Geneva
  • Twice the length and three times the width of the lake of Geneva (correct)
  • Smaller than any other lake in the region

    • What was the valley of Kashmir originally known as?

  • Satisar (correct)
  • Sindh
  • Lidder
  • Varahmulla

    • What does the author imply about the Kashmiriat literature?

  • It is scarce in information about Kashmir.
  • It is entirely focused on myths and legends.
  • It is only valuable for geologists.
  • It contains a rich amount of information about Kashmir. (correct)

    • What does Kalhan, Kashmir’s greatest historian, describe his native land as?

    <p>The best place in the three worlds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about the beauty and climate of the valley of Kashmir?

    <p>It was known even from ancient times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What evidence supports the mythological traditions about the origin of Kashmir?

    <p>Geological research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the mythological traditions confirm about the valley of Kashmir?

    <p>'Satisar' was originally a huge lake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about the glacial period in Kashmir?

    <p>'Mighty glaciers came wending down to the Sindh, Lidder, and other valleys'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Rishi Kashyap create according to the text?

    <p>A place with icy cool water and grapes rare in Heaven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Ancient Lake in Kashmir

    • According to Sir Francis Young Husband, the ancient lake in Kashmir was a vast lake that occupied the Valley of Kashmir.

    The Valley of Kashmir

    • The valley of Kashmir was originally known as Kashyap-Mar or Kashyap-Pura.

    Kashmiriat Literature

    • The author implies that Kashmiriat literature is rich in mythological traditions and folklore.

    Kalhan's Description

    • Kalhan, Kashmir's greatest historian, describes his native land as a beautiful and tranquil region.

    Climate and Beauty of the Valley

    • The valley of Kashmir is notable for its exceptional beauty and pleasant climate.

    Mythological Traditions

    • The mythological traditions about the origin of Kashmir are supported by the evidence of ancient traditions and folklore.
    • According to these traditions, the valley of Kashmir was created by Rishi Kashyap, who drained the lake and created the Valley.

    Glacial Period

    • The glacial period in Kashmir was notable for the existence of a vast lake that occupied the Valley of Kashmir.

    Rishi Kashyap's Creation

    • Rishi Kashyap, according to the mythological traditions, created the Valley of Kashmir by draining the ancient lake.

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    Test your knowledge about the history, culture, and traditions of Kashmir with this quiz. Explore the rise and fall of various Kingdoms, the beauty of the valley, and its mythological traditions.

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