Miscellaneous

Examine the main aspects of Akbar's religious syncretism. (Answer in 150 words)

'The sculptors filled the Chandella artform with resilient vigor and breadth of life.' Elucidate. (Answer in 150 words)

Underline the changes in the field of society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period.

Explain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India.

What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features are still prevailing in Indian society?

What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society?

Discuss the significance of the lion and bull figures in Indian mythology, art and architecture. (Answer in 250 words)

The ancient civilization in Indian sub-continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without a breakdown to the present day. Comment.

Taxila university was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different disciplines. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda, it is not considered as a university in the modern sense. Discuss.