............... Dynasty belonged to the Iron Age.
- Zhou
- Shang
- Qin
Answer
Qin
Choose the correct option to complete the table
| Egyptian Civilisation | Chinese Civilisation | |
|---|---|---|
| River | Nile | Huang He, Yangtze |
| Architecture | Pyramids | ? |
- Pagodas
- Great Bath
- Ziggurat
Answer
Pagodas
Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): The Shang Dynasty is known as the first dynasty in the Chinese Civilisation.
Reasoning (R): There were no archaeological and written evidence found for any dynasty earlier than the Shang Dynasty.
- Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation for (A).
- Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation for (A).
- Only (A) is true and (R) is false.
Answer
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation for (A).
Explanation — The Shang Dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BCE) was the earliest dynasty for which both archaeological and written evidence is found.
The history of India during the Early Vedic Age was mainly known through the:
- Mahabharata
- Atharva Veda
- Rig Veda
Answer
Rig Veda
The Four Noble Truths can lead one to attain:
- salvation.
- suffering.
- sorrow.
Answer
salvation.
Along which rivers did the ancient Chinese Civilisation flourish?
Answer
The ancient Chinese Civilisation flourished along the banks of two rivers — the Huang He and the Yangtze.
What do you know about the Oracle bone inscriptions?
Answer
Oracle bones were used for divination. These animal bones were inscripted with texts.
Name two ancient Chinese philosophers. Which movements are credited to them?
Answer
Two ancient Chinese philosophers and the movements credited to them are:
| S.No. | Philosopher | Movement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Confucius | Confucianism |
| 2 | Laozi | Taoism |
Write a note on the Great Wall of China.
Answer
The Great Wall of China was originally built as separate walls and later unified in the 3rd century BCE by Emperor Shihuangdi. Built for defence against northern invaders, it stretches over 20,000 km with watchtowers for storing weapons, housing troops, and sending signals. It is the world’s longest humanmade structure and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Differentiate between the Early Vedic Age and Later Vedic Age based on the given points.
| Early Vedic Age | Later Vedic Age | |
|---|---|---|
| Approximate time period | ||
| Another name for the age | ||
| Division of society | ||
| Location |
Answer
| Early Vedic Age | Later Vedic Age | |
|---|---|---|
| Approximate time period | c. 1500 BCE to 1000 BCE | c. 1000 BCE to 600 BCE |
| Another name for the age | Rigvedic Age | Epic Age |
| Division of society |
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| Location | The land of seven rivers in the Punjab region also known as Sapta-Sindhu. | Indo Gangetic planes in the Gangetic Valley. |
The Eight-fold Path is another name for the Middle Path. In this context, answer the following questions:
What is the purpose of the Eight-fold Path?
Answer
The purpose of the Eight-fold path in Buddhism is to guide people towards leading better lives by ending their suffering and attaining nirvana, the ultimate state of liberation and peace.
Which elements comprise the Eight-fold Path?
Answer
The elements that comprise the Eight-fold Path are as follows:
- Right Observation
- Right Determination
- Right Meditation
- Right Memory
- Right Speech
- Right Means of livelihood
- Right Action
- Right Exercise
What were the Buddha's other teachings?
Answer
Buddha's teachings were based on ahimsa or non-violence, love and compassion for all living beings. He did not believe in the caste system and preached that all people were equal. The Buddha urged his followers to avoid living a life of extremes and to follow the Middle Path.