Understanding Markets 1. What are the main features of a market? Recall a recent visit to a market to purchase…
From Barter to Money 1. How does the barter system take place and what kinds of commodities were used for…
The Constitution of India — An Introduction 1. “The Constituent Assembly had representatives from diverse backgrounds in India.” Why do…
From the Rulers to the Ruled: Types of Governments 1. Write names of the various types of government that you…
How the Land Becomes Sacred 1. Read the following statement by a well-known environmental thinker, David Suzuki: “The way we…
The Gupta Era: An Age of Tireless Creativity 1. Imagine you receive a letter from someone living in the Gupta…
The Age of Reorganisation 1. Why was the post-Maurya era also known as the era of reorganisation? Answer: The post-Maurya…
The Rise of Empires 1. What are the features of an empire, and how is it different from a kingdom?…
New Beginnings: Cities and States 1. Consider the quotation at the start of the chapter and discuss in several groups.…
Climates of India Questions and activities 1. Match the climatic factors with their effects: Answer: (1) Latitude(b) Creates different climates…