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Multiple choice history what is history? historiography in the west historiography: development in the west historiography: indian tradition

What is History ?

  1. The science that tries to understand past events is called 'history'.

  2. The science that tries to understand present events is called 'history'.

  3. The science that tries to understand future events is called 'history'.

  4. None of the above.

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The science that tries to understand past events is called 'history'. The past includes many events that have already taken place. History attempts to find out answers to many questions by studying the way of thinking of past societies , their actions and the consequences. The study of history makes it possible for us to study what is and what is not favourable for the progress of human society.

Multiple choice history what is history? historiography in the west historiography: development in the west historiography: indian tradition

 Period from 1630 CE to 1810 CE was defined as ?

  1. Medieval India

  2. Peshwa Period

  3. Maratheshahi

  4. None of the above

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The period from 1630 CE to 1810 CE is broadly defined as Maratheshahi .The Hindawi Swaraj formed by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was a State for the people , founded with the noble intention of the welfare of common people , removal of oppression and the protection of Maharashtra Dharma. In the period after Shivaji Maharaj , Maratha power spread to all parts of India.

Multiple choice history what is history? historiography in the west historiography: development in the west historiography: indian tradition

Under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, the Civil Disobedience Movement, launched in 1930, started from? 

  1. Sabarmati

  2. Dandi

  3. Sevagram

  4. Champaran

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Under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, the Civil Disobedience Movement, launched in 1930, started from Sabarmati ashram. On 12 March 1930, Mahatma Gandhi began walking from his ashram at Sabarmati towards the Dandi (a small seaside hamlet). On 6 April 1930, he reached Dandi, and ceremonially violated the law by making 'salt' from sea water.

Multiple choice history what is history? historiography in the west historiography: development in the west historiography: indian tradition

Historical research method includes collecting historical information, highlighting the processes that lead to historical transitions, carrying out comparative analysis.

  1. True

  2. False

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Historical research involves the systematic collection of data, analysis of transitions, and comparative study to understand past events.

Multiple choice history what is history? historiography in the west historiography: development in the west historiography: indian tradition

Who was the first Sultan of Delhi to introduce the practice of 'Sijda'?

  1. Balban

  2. Muhammad Tuglaq

  3. Alauddin Khilji

  4. Firoj Tuglaq

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Ghiyasuddin Balban (1266-1287) was the first Sultan of Delhi to introduce the practice of 'Sijda'. He started Sijda (prostration) and Paibos as the normal form of Salutation of the king. In Sijda people had to Kneel down and touch the ground with their head to greet the Sultan.

Multiple choice history what is history? historiography in the west historiography: development in the west historiography: indian tradition

Which of the following reasons was mainly responsible for the unpopularity of Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq?

  1. Bad luck

  2. Lack of resources

  3. Subordination of the theologians

  4. Transfer of capital from Delhi to Devagiri

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Transfer of capital from Delhi to Devagiri (Daulatabad) was one of the most important reasons for the unpopularity of Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq. He wanted to establish control over the fertile land of the Deccan plateau (present day Maharashtra) and to create a more accessible capital. He thought it would give him safety against Mongol invasions as well. But the decision was taken in haste and made locals uncomfortable.