B.A-B.A History 3rd Sem Maharashtra Culture upto 1818 A.D.(University of Pune, Pune-2012)

F. Y. B. A. Examination, October – 2012
1254 – HISTORY OF CIVILIZATION
(General Paper - I)
Maharashtra Culture upto 1818 A.D.
(2008 Pattern)

Time : Three Hours                                                                                   Total Marks : 80

Note : (i) All questions are compulsory.

(ii) Figures to the right indicate full marks.

Q. 1. Answer the following questions in about 50 words each (Any Two) : [10]
(i) Explain the concept of Maharashtra.
(ii) State the importance of Gaongada.
(iii) Describe Temple Architecture.
(iv) Write about the Folk Arts.
Q. 2.Write short notes on the following in about 100 words each.
(Any Four) : [20]
(i) Cultural Identity of Maharashtra.
(ii) Yadavs of Devgiri.
(iii) History of Marathi language.
(iv) Main Industries in Maharashtra.
(v) Forts.
(vi) Yatras.

Q. 3. Answer the following questions in about 200-250 words each. (Any Three) : [30]
(i) Describe the achievements of Vakatakas in the cultural history.
(ii) Explain the caste system in Maharashtra’s Culture.
(iii) Discuss agriculture in Maharashtra.
(iv) Explain the painting in medieval period.
(v) Write in detail about ‘Bhakti Cult’.
Q. 4. Answer the following questions in about 500 words each. (Any One) : [20]
(i) Take the review of literature in Medieval Maharashtra.
(ii) Discuss the festivals and ceremonies in Maharashtra