MHI-105: History of Indian Economy – I (Earliest Times to c.1700) – Master Assignment Post (2024–25)

MHI-105: History of Indian Economy – I
From Earliest Times to c.1700

This master post includes all assignment solutions for MHI-105 of IGNOU’s MA History programme for the 2024–25 session. Each answer is provided in simple and clear language, ideal for quick comprehension and exam preparation. Below are the links organized by section.

Section A

1. Account for the recent trends in the economic history writings of Ancient India.
2. To what extent geographical regions determined the agricultural map of India.
3. Examine the economy of the Satavahana and the Gupta empires on the basis of the study of coins.
4. Enumerate the importance of the silk route during c.600 BCE to 300 CE.
5. Short Notes: i) First farmers of Bihar and the Doab ii) Craft Specialisation: Harappan period iii) Fluvial routes iv) Urban centres: c.600 BCE to 300 CE

Section B

6. Analyse briefly the irrigation techniques used during the early medieval and medieval period in India.
7. Critically examine the methods of land revenue assessment under the Mughal.
8. Analyze the role and significance of Sarrafs during medieval period in India.
9. Discuss the basic feature of the organisation of postal communication in Mughal India.
10. Short Notes: i) Medieval women as property holders ii) Bridges in medieval period iii) Agra as an important entreport in the 17th century iv) Karkhana and the artisans

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