Bhakti-Sufi Traditions Changes in Religious Beliefs and Devotional Texts — History STD 12 Humanities — Question

Why is Indus Valley civilisation also known as the Harappan civilisation? Discuss.

“Bernier’s description of imperial land-ownership influenced western theorists like French philosopher Montesquieu and German Karl Marx.” Justify it with suitable arguments.

Mention one of the most challenging episodes in the Mahabharata.

‘‘Gandhiji was as much a social reformer as he was a politician. He believed that in order to be worthy of freedom, Indians had to get rid of social evils such as child marriage and untouchability. Indians of one faith had also to cultivate a genuine tolerance for Indians of another religion- hence his emphasis on Hindu-Muslim harmony.’’In the light of the above statement, highlight the values upheld by Mahatma Gandhi.

Describe the Hindu-Muslim unity during the Mutiny of 1857.

What is the meaning of the term 'firangi'?

What was the impact of American Civil War on the export of cotton to Britain?

Describe in brief the important sources of information available regarding Sufism.

Mention the two rules about classification of people in terms of 'gotra' under Brahmanical practice around 1000 BCE onwards.

Why and which changes came in status of Brahmanas in North India in the 13th century?