(a) State any three social changes that came about in the Later Vedic period in relation to the position of women.

(b) State any three occupations that existed during the Vedic Age.

(c) Mention any two similarities in the teachings of Jainism and Buddhism.

With reference to the Modern Age in Europe, answer the following questions:

(a) How did the invention of the Printing Press lead to the rise of the Renaissance in Europe?

(b) State any three contributions of Martin Luther in reforming the Church in Europe.

(c) Mention any two differences between 'Capitalism' and 'Socialism'.

Study the Picture given below and answer the following questions:

(i) Identify the structure given above. Where is it located?

(ii) State its significance as a source of information about the Harappan Civilization.

(iii) Explain its importance as a scientific marvel for maritime trade.

With reference to the impact of the Renaissance in the field of literature, Art and Science, state the contributions of:

(a) Leonardo da Vinci in the field of Art.

(b) William Shakespeare in the field of Literature.

(c) Copernicus in the field of Astronomy.