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What was a key factor that prompted Alexander to attack India?
What was a key factor that prompted Alexander to attack India?
- Need for agricultural expansion
- Quest for land and resources
- Desire for trade relations
- Interest in Indian culture (correct)
The Kushana ruler was known for the development of Gandhara sculpture.
The Kushana ruler was known for the development of Gandhara sculpture.
True (A)
What are the fundamental problems of an economy?
What are the fundamental problems of an economy?
Scarcity, choice, and opportunity cost.
During the Mauryan period, taxes on crops were referred to as ______.
During the Mauryan period, taxes on crops were referred to as ______.
Match the regions to their corresponding ecosystems:
Match the regions to their corresponding ecosystems:
Which of the following is a negative impact of Ultraviolet rays?
Which of the following is a negative impact of Ultraviolet rays?
The Marechanas were primarily engaged in agriculture in the Sapta Sindhu region.
The Marechanas were primarily engaged in agriculture in the Sapta Sindhu region.
List three features of Lok Sabha.
List three features of Lok Sabha.
The 'Drain Theory' was proposed by ______.
The 'Drain Theory' was proposed by ______.
What were the reasons for the supremacy of Magadha among the Mahajanapadas?
What were the reasons for the supremacy of Magadha among the Mahajanapadas?
Flashcards
Megalithic Monuments
Megalithic Monuments
A type of megalithic monument that is built using large stones and without using mortar.
Kushana Empire
Kushana Empire
The Kushanas were a powerful empire in ancient India known for their strong leadership, flourishing trade, and artistic achievements.
Menhirs
Menhirs
These are large, usually flat, slabs of stone that mark graves or other significant sites.
Cromlechs
Cromlechs
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Loksabha
Loksabha
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What are the fundamental problems of an economy?
What are the fundamental problems of an economy?
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Peculiarities of Sapta Sindhu region
Peculiarities of Sapta Sindhu region
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Drain Theory
Drain Theory
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Ashoka's Propagation of Buddhism
Ashoka's Propagation of Buddhism
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Contributions of Buddhism and Jainism
Contributions of Buddhism and Jainism
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Study Notes
Social Science Second Term Evaluation 2022-23
- Time: 1.5 hours
- Total Score: 40
- Cool-off Time: 15 minutes (for reading the paper)
Instructions
- Answer all questions from 1 to 5. Each question is worth 2 marks.
- Answer any four questions from 6 to 10. Each question is worth 3 marks.
- Answer any two questions from 11 to 13. Each question is worth 4 marks.
- Answer any two questions from 14 to 16. Each question is worth 5 marks.
Section 1 (Questions 1-5)
- Question 1: Identify megalithic monuments from pictures
- Question 2: State factors prompting Alexander's attack on India.
- Question 3: Name a key Kushana ruler and describe their sculptural style.
- Question 4: Identify geographical features from map symbols.
- Question 5: Complete a table on Mauryan taxes (taxes and areas where they were collected).
Section 2 (Questions 6-10)
- Question 6: Describe three features of the Lok Sabha.
- Question 7: List major sources on the history of ancient Tamilakam.
- Question 8: Explain basic economic problems.
- Question 9: Explain three peculiarities of life in the Sapta Sindhu region.
- Question 10: Describe effects of ultraviolet rays.
Section 3 (Questions 11-13)
- Question 11: Match terms in column A with appropriate items in column B (columns provided but not shown here)
- Question 12: Identify the proponent of the "Drain Theory" and reasons for economic drain.
- Question 13: Detail Ashoka's activities for propagating Buddhism.
Section 4 (Questions 14-16)
- Question 14: Explain contributions of Buddhism and Jainism to Indian society and culture.
- Question 15: Justify why Magadha was the most powerful Mahajanapada.
- Question 16: Classify maps based on scale and provide examples.
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