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Case Study-India,That is Bharat-Class 6-Social Science

 Chapter 5- Oceans and Continents-Subject Social Science-Class 6-Case Study based Question Answers

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Case Study 1: The Many Names of India

India has been known by many names throughout history. The Rig Veda, one of the oldest texts, refers to India as ‘Sapta Sindhava’, meaning the land of seven rivers. The Mahabharata and other ancient texts used the name ‘Bharatavarsha’, meaning the land of the Bharatas. Another common name was ‘Jambudvipa’, meaning the land of the jamun tree. Foreign travelers also gave India different names. The Persians called it ‘Hind’, the Greeks called it ‘Indoi’, and the Chinese referred to it as ‘Yindu’. These names show how India was recognized by different civilizations over time.

MCQs:

  1. What name did the Rig Veda use for India?
    a) Hindustan
    b) Jambudvipa
    c) Sapta Sindhava
    d) Bharatavarsha
    ✔ Answer: c) Sapta Sindhava

  2. Which foreign travelers called India ‘Indoi’?
    a) Chinese
    b) Greeks
    c) Persians
    d) Arabs
    ✔ Answer: b) Greeks

  3. What does ‘Bharatavarsha’ mean?
    a) Land of the Bharatas
    b) Land of the Indus River
    c) Land of the Himalayas
    d) Land of the Ocean
    ✔ Answer: a) Land of the Bharatas

Descriptive Questions:
4. Why did India have different names in history?
✔ Answer: India was named differently by its inhabitants and foreign travelers based on geography, culture, and historical events.

  1. Which name did Emperor Ashoka use for India in his inscriptions?
    ✔ Answer: He used the name ‘Jambudvipa’ to describe India.

  2. How did the word ‘Hindustan’ originate?
    ✔ Answer: The Persians used ‘Hind’ for the Indus region, which later evolved into ‘Hindustan’.


Case Study 2: India’s Natural Boundaries and Geography

India is a diverse country with natural boundaries like the Himalayas in the north, the Indian Ocean in the south, and large rivers like the Ganga and Indus. These geographical features shaped India's history and culture. The Himalayas protected India from foreign invasions, while rivers supported agriculture. The coastal regions helped in trade with other civilizations like Mesopotamia and China. Even in ancient texts, India was described as the land between mountains and oceans, showing how geography influenced its identity.

MCQs:

  1. Which mountain range forms India’s northern boundary?
    a) Aravalli
    b) Vindhya
    c) Himalayas
    d) Western Ghats
    ✔ Answer: c) Himalayas

  2. Which river was important to the Indus Valley Civilization?
    a) Ganga
    b) Yamuna
    c) Indus
    d) Krishna
    ✔ Answer: c) Indus

  3. How did India’s coastal regions help in history?
    a) They blocked foreign trade
    b) They encouraged trade with other civilizations
    c) They made travel difficult
    d) They caused floods
    ✔ Answer: b) They encouraged trade with other civilizations

Descriptive Questions:
4. How did the Himalayas protect India?
✔ Answer: The Himalayas acted as a natural barrier, preventing frequent invasions from the north.

  1. Why were rivers important for early Indian civilizations?
    ✔ Answer: Rivers like the Ganga and Indus provided water for farming, drinking, and trade.

  2. How did India’s geography influence its history?
    ✔ Answer: The mountains, rivers, and oceans helped in defense, trade, and agriculture, shaping India’s culture and economy.


Case Study 3: India’s Identity in Ancient Texts

Ancient Indian texts like the Mahabharata and Vishnu Purana describe India as ‘Bharat’, the land between the Himalayas and the ocean. The Vishnu Purana states:
"The country that lies north of the ocean and south of the snowy mountains is called Bhārata."
This definition has remained for centuries. The Mahabharata also lists regions like Kashmir, Kurukshetra, Vanga (Bengal), and Kerala, showing India's diversity. The name ‘Bharat’ continues to be used in India’s Constitution, which states "India, that is Bharat."

MCQs:

  1. Which ancient text describes India as ‘Bharat’?
    a) Rig Veda
    b) Vishnu Purana
    c) Ramayana
    d) Arthashastra
    ✔ Answer: b) Vishnu Purana

  2. Which Indian epic lists many regions of ancient India?
    a) Bhagavad Gita
    b) Mahabharata
    c) Panchatantra
    d) Jataka Tales
    ✔ Answer: b) Mahabharata

  3. Where is the phrase ‘India, that is Bharat’ mentioned officially?
    a) Ashoka’s inscriptions
    b) Indian Constitution
    c) Manusmriti
    d) Persian texts
    ✔ Answer: b) Indian Constitution

Descriptive Questions:
4. What does the Vishnu Purana say about Bharat?
✔ Answer: It describes India as the land between the Himalayas and the ocean.

  1. How does the Mahabharata contribute to our understanding of India?
    ✔ Answer: It lists different regions, proving India was a diverse and united land.

  2. Why is ‘Bharat’ still used as India’s name today?
    ✔ Answer: It is a historical name that represents India’s cultural and geographical unity.


Case Study 4: Foreign Travelers and India

Throughout history, foreign travelers visited India and wrote about its land and people. Megasthenes, a Greek ambassador, wrote about Chandragupta Maurya’s empire. Xuanzang, a Chinese traveler, described Indian society and Buddhist monasteries in the 7th century CE. Al-Biruni, an Arab scholar, studied India’s culture and languages. These accounts help historians understand India’s past and its interactions with the world.

MCQs:

  1. Who wrote about Chandragupta Maurya’s empire?
    a) Megasthenes
    b) Xuanzang
    c) Al-Biruni
    d) Marco Polo
    ✔ Answer: a) Megasthenes

  2. Which traveler studied Buddhist monasteries in India?
    a) Ibn Battuta
    b) Fa-Hien
    c) Xuanzang
    d) Marco Polo
    ✔ Answer: c) Xuanzang

  3. Which Arab scholar studied India’s culture?
    a) Ibn Battuta
    b) Al-Biruni
    c) Vasco da Gama
    d) Columbus
    ✔ Answer: b) Al-Biruni

Descriptive Questions:
4. Why did foreign travelers visit India?
✔ Answer: For trade, education, and exploring Indian culture.

  1. How do travelers’ writings help historians?
    ✔ Answer: They provide firsthand descriptions of Indian society, economy, and culture.

  2. What did Xuanzang write about India?
    ✔ Answer: He described Buddhist monasteries, cities, and Indian traditions.

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