10.Ancient India : Cultural: questions and answers

Q. Answer in one sentence.
1. Make a list of ancient Indian universities.
Ans.: Following is the list of Ancient Indian universities.
A. Takshashila University
B. Nalanda University
C. Vikramshila University

3. Make a list of the Indian goods that were in demand in foreign countries.
4.Ans.: Indian goods like fine textiles, ivory, previous stones, spices, beautifully made earthen pottery were in great demand in foreign countries.

Q. 2. Name the following.
Epics and poetic compositions of ancient India.
Ans.:  Epics: Ramayana and Mahabharata
Poetic compositions: Raghuvanaha, Kumarsambhav, Kiratarjuniya, Shishupalvadh.

Q.3. Fill in the blanks.
1. The epic Ramayana was composed by rishi.................
Ans.; Valmaki
2. The science of Indian medicine is called ...............
ans: Ayurveda
3.Thousands of students could live at the.....................  University.
Ans.: Nalanda

Q. 4. Answer in brief.
1. Explain what is meant by 'Tipitaka'.
Ans: Tipitika has three pitaka’s or parts. 
The word pitaka means a basket or 
collections
2. What is the message of the Bhagvad Gita?
Ans: The Bhagvad Gita tells us 
that each one of us should do our duty 
without expecting rewards. It also says 
that the path of devotion to God is open to all.
3. What aspects does Ayurveda take into account?
Ans: Indian medical science is known as ‘Ayurveda’. It has a very old tradition. It seeks to understand the symptoms of an illness, its diagnosis and treatment. Also, much thought has been given to prevention of illness. 
4. What is meant by Sangham Literature?
Ans: ‘Sangham’ means a gathering of learned men. The literature compiled in such gatherings is known as ‘Sangham Literature’.

Q. 5. Discuss.
Art and architecture of the Maurya and Gupta period.
Ans: Indian architecture reached its peak 
during the Maurya and the Gupta periods. 
The stone pillars erected by Emperor Ashoka at various places are excellent examples of Indian sculpture. The stupa at Sanchi and cave sculptures at Udayagiri, Khandagiri, Karla, Nashik, Ajanta, Ellora, etc. show that the same tradition advanced even further. The art of making images was developed during the Gupta period.

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