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History: Study and Documentation of the Human Past

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What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems called?

Prehistory (correct)

History

Ancient era

Historical period

What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?

Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers (correct)

Folklore and myths

Scientific experiments and observations

Internet sources and social media

How does history differ from myth?

History is always accurate, while myth is often exaggerated

History is solely based on written documents, while myth is based on oral traditions

History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not (correct)

Myth is always about gods and supernatural beings, while history is about human events

What does history use to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?

Narrative Signup and view all the answers

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

Cultural heritage or legends Signup and view all the answers

What is Indian nationalism inclusive of?

All of the people of India, despite their diverse ethnic, linguistic and religious backgrounds Signup and view all the answers

When did Indian nationalism reach its post-independence peak?

After the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 and the Bangladesh Liberation War Signup and view all the answers

Who spearheaded the Indian nationalist movement during the independence movement?

Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru Signup and view all the answers

What did Indian nationalism continue to campaign for after Indian Independence?

Sectarian strands of Hindu nationalism and Muslim nationalism Signup and view all the answers

What regions are mentioned in ancient texts that roughly form modern-day greater India?

Regions under emperor Bharata and Akhand Bharat Signup and view all the answers