History: Study and Documentation of Human Past
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What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?

  • Medieval history
  • Modern history
  • Ancient history
  • Prehistory (correct)
  • Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?

  • Social media and internet blogs
  • Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts (correct)
  • Biographies and autobiographies
  • Scientific journals and textbooks
  • How do historians describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?

  • Using a narrative (correct)
  • By consulting astrology
  • Based on personal beliefs
  • Through genetic testing
  • What is the difference between history and myth?

    <p>History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are stories common to a particular culture but not supported by external sources classified?

    <p>Cultural heritage or legends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which district is the Grushneshwar Jyotirlinga Mandir located?

    <p>Verul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How far is Grushneshwar Jyotirlinga Mandir from the Ellora Caves?

    <p>1.5 kilometers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who sponsored the rebuilding of the temple in its current form in the 18th century?

    <p>Queen Ahilyabai Holkar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Hindu religious texts mention Grushneshwar?

    <p>Shiva Purana and Skanda Purana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which conflict did the temple go through several rounds of rebuilding followed by re-destruction?

    <p>Mughal-Maratha conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

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