B.A-B.A Ancient History 3rd Sem Outline of Prehistory, Protohistory and Early History(University of Pune, Pune-2012)
F. Y. B. A. Examination, October – 2012
ANCIENT INDIAN HISTORY, CULTURE
AND ARCHAEOLOGY
(General Paper - I )
Outline of Prehistory, Protohistory and Early History
( 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) Periods of History.
(ii) Rigveda.
(iii) Economic condition during Mahajanpada period.
(iv) Pallava Art and Architecture.
Q. 2.Write notes on the following in about 100 words each (Any Four) : [20]
(i) Neolithic Revolution.
(ii) Important features of Jorwe culture.
(iii) Alexander’s invasion on India.
(iv) Kushana King Kanishka.
(v) Shaka - Satvahana Conflict.
(vi) Literature during Vakataka period.
Q. 3. Answer the following questions in about 200-250 words each (Any Three) : [30]
(i) Discuss the various archaeological sources useful for Ancient Indian History.
(ii) What do you know about Maharashtra in Paleolithic Age.
(iii) Write the causes of the rise of Buddhism.
(iv) Describe the Southern Expedition of Samudragupta.
(v) Explain the achievements of the Rashtrakutas.
Q. 4. Answer the following questions in about 500 words each (Any One) : [20]
(i) Write an essay on the salient features of Harappan Civilization.
(ii) Describe the achievements of Ashoka and explain his Dhamma.
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