10 Questions
What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?
Prehistory
Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts
How do historians describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?
Using a narrative
What is the difference between history and myth?
History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not
How are stories common to a particular culture but not supported by external sources classified?
Cultural heritage or legends
In which district is the Grushneshwar Jyotirlinga Mandir located?
Verul
How far is Grushneshwar Jyotirlinga Mandir from the Ellora Caves?
1.5 kilometers
Who sponsored the rebuilding of the temple in its current form in the 18th century?
Queen Ahilyabai Holkar
Which Hindu religious texts mention Grushneshwar?
Shiva Purana and Skanda Purana
During which conflict did the temple go through several rounds of rebuilding followed by re-destruction?
Mughal-Maratha conflict
Explore the systematic study of the human past, from prehistory to recorded events, and the methods used for understanding and interpreting historical events.
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