Key Elements of a Democratic Government — Social Studies STD 6 — Question

Find the state in which you live on the political map on page 57 (NCERT Textbook Page 136). Was there any janapadas in your state? If yes, name them. If not, name the janapadas that would have been the closest to your state and mention whether they were to the east, west, north, or south.

Name the major physical divisions of India.

Do you think some rules are unfair to a few people in the family or community? Why?

Give at least two features that the Frigid Zone is known for.

Define the term bank.

Why did the plague scare occur in Surat in 1994?

How are plains formed?

“Environment affects greatly the farming of cereals and rearing of animals.” Make clear the statement.

Discuss in brief the contribution of traders and sailors in exploration and use of sea routes in ancient age.

Compare the town-planning features of different Harappan cities like Harappa, Mohenjo-daro and Dholavira. What does this tell us about the clvilisation’s administrative structure?