Tracing Changes Through a Thousand Years Quiz

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Who drew the world map shown in Map 1 in the twelfth century?

Al-Idrisi

What is the difference in the representation of south India between Map 1 and Map 2?

In Map 1, south India is at the top, while in Map 2, it is not.

What is the language used for place-names in Map 1?

Arabic

What is the name of the French cartographer who created Map 2?

Guillaume de l'Isle Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the city in Uttar Pradesh marked in Map 1?

Kanauj (spelt as Qanauj) Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate time period when Map 2 was created?

The 1720s Signup and view all the answers

What is the occupation of a person who creates maps?

Cartographer Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the book in which Map 2 was published?

Atlas Nouveau Signup and view all the answers

Which book is the source of maps 1 and 2 in Chapter 1?

A Historical Atlas of South Asia by J.E. Schwartzberg Signup and view all the answers

Who edited and used maps from India Before Europe by Catherine and Cynthia Talbot?

The authors of the book Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the book that is the source of figure 1 in Chapter 5?

Dancing to the Flute: Music and Dance in Indian Art Signup and view all the answers

Which book is the source of figure 7 in Chapter 4?

Jahangirnama, Memoirs of Jahangir, Emperor of India Signup and view all the answers

Who is the translator, editor, and annotator of Jahangirnama, Memoirs of Jahangir, Emperor of India?

Wheeler M. Thackston Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the book that is the source of figure 1 in Chapter 1?

Imperial Mughal Painting Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author of India Before Europe?

Catherine and Cynthia Talbot Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the book that is the source of figure 2 in Chapter 1?

Islamic Calligraphy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Map 1 and Map 2 in terms of their depiction of the subcontinent?

Map 2 is more detailed and accurate, especially in the coastal areas, whereas Map 1 is less detailed and accurate. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think the coastal areas in Map 2 are more detailed than the inland areas?

The coastal areas are more detailed because they were used by European sailors and merchants on their voyages, requiring more accurate information. Signup and view all the answers

How does the science of cartography differ between the two periods in which Map 1 and Map 2 were created?

The science of cartography differed in terms of the historical background, techniques, and purposes of map-making. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of language and meanings in historical records?

Language and meanings change over time, and historians need to be aware of these changes to accurately interpret historical records. Signup and view all the answers

How did the term 'Hindustan' change in meaning over time?

In the 13th century, 'Hindustan' referred to the areas of Punjab, Haryana, and the lands between the Ganga and Yamuna, whereas in the 16th century, it referred to the geography, fauna, and culture of the region. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for historians to consider the historical context in which information was produced?

Considering the historical context helps historians to accurately interpret historical records and avoid misunderstandings. Signup and view all the answers

How did the use of Map 2 by European sailors and merchants reflect the changes in information about the subcontinent?

The use of Map 2 by European sailors and merchants reflects the increased accuracy and detail of information about the subcontinent, particularly in coastal areas. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the difference in detail and accuracy between the coastal and inland areas in Map 2?

The difference reflects the varying levels of exploration and knowledge about the subcontinent during this period. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Maps and Cartography

Map 1 was created by Arab geographer Al-Idrisi in 1154 CE, showing the Indian subcontinent from land to sea.
Map 2 was created by a French cartographer in the 1720s, showing a more detailed and accurate representation of the subcontinent.
The two maps differ significantly, despite being of the same area, due to changes in cartography and information about the subcontinent over time.

Historical Context and Language

The context in which information is produced changes with time, and historians must be sensitive to these historical backgrounds.
Language and meanings also change over time, with examples including the term "Hindustan", which had different meanings in the 13th century and 16th century.

Image Credits

Various historians and authors contributed images and maps to the text, including Schwartzberg, Asher, and Talbot.
Images and maps were used from books and atlases, including "A Historical Atlas of South Asia" and "India Before Europe".

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History: Tracing Changes Through a Thousand Years

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