Gujarat University 2007 B.A Indian Culture (First Subsidiary) - Question Paper

Cultural History of India (ancient period)
Paper-I
Time : three Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instruction : All ques. carry equal marks.
1. Narrate in brief the salient features of Indian culture.
OR
Write a detailed note on the archaeological sources of the cultural history of ancient
India.
2. ‘Indus civilization had made significant progress in the field of architecture.’ – explain.
OR
define the effects of Mahabharat on Indian Culture.
3. discuss the concept of Dhamma (Dharma) of Priyadarshi Ashoka.
OR
Evaluate the political and cultural achievements of Samarat Harshvardhan.
4. Narrate the glory of Valabhi as the learning seat and explain the reasons of its fall.
OR
define the progress made by ancient India in the different field of science.
5. Write short notes on any 2 of the subsequent :
1. Varanashram system of Vedic period.
2. Municipal administration during Mauryan period.
3. Shankaracharya.
4. The social condition during the Gupta-age.
5. Sangam literature.
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