10 Questions
What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems called?
Prehistory
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers
How does history differ from myth?
History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not
What does history use to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?
Narrative
How are stories ordinary to a particular culture but not supported by external sources classified?
Cultural heritage or legends
What is Indian nationalism inclusive of?
All of the people of India, despite their diverse ethnic, linguistic and religious backgrounds
When did Indian nationalism reach its post-independence peak?
After the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 and the Bangladesh Liberation War
Who spearheaded the Indian nationalist movement during the independence movement?
Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru
What did Indian nationalism continue to campaign for after Indian Independence?
Sectarian strands of Hindu nationalism and Muslim nationalism
What regions are mentioned in ancient texts that roughly form modern-day greater India?
Regions under emperor Bharata and Akhand Bharat
Explore the systematic study of human past events, from prehistoric times to the present day. Delve into the methods of historical inquiry, the significance of historical sources, and the interpretation of past events through the lens of history.
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