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MHI-109: Indian National Movement – Assignment Answer Links 2024-25

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MHI-109: Indian National Movement Course Code: MHI-109Assignment Code: MHI-109/AST/ TMA/2024-25Total Marks: 100 Note: Attempt any five questions. The assignment is divided into two Sections ‘A’ and ‘B’. You have to attempt at least two questions from each section in about 500 words each. All questions carry equal marks. Section A Compare the modernist and non-modernist […]

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Short Notes – MHI-105 Question 10 (i–iv)

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Short Notes – Section B: Question 10 (i–iv) i) Medieval Women as Property Holders In medieval India, the position of women as property holders was shaped by religious customs, regional practices, social status, and legal norms. While generally, women’s property rights were restricted, evidence suggests that women did own and manage property in certain contexts.

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Discuss the basic feature of the organisation of postal communication in Mughal India.

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Introduction The Mughal Empire, with its vast territorial expanse and complex administrative system, required a robust mechanism for the transmission of official information. The postal communication system, or the dak chowki system, was a vital administrative tool that ensured the flow of orders, intelligence, and reports across the empire. Though primarily developed for state purposes,

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Analyze the role and significance of Sarrafs during medieval period in India.

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Introduction During the medieval period in India, the economy witnessed increasing monetization, commercial expansion, and growth of long-distance trade. In this evolving economic environment, sarrafs—money changers, bankers, and financiers—played a central role. Sarrafs were not merely moneylenders or currency exchangers; they were vital intermediaries in the financial and commercial life of medieval India. Their services

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Critically examine the methods of land revenue assessment under the Mughals.

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Introduction The Mughal Empire (1526–1707) developed one of the most elaborate and systematic land revenue systems in pre-modern India. The assessment and collection of land revenue formed the backbone of the imperial economy and administration. Under rulers like Akbar, revenue methods were institutionalized, standardized, and rationalized to ensure a steady inflow of income. This post

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Analyse briefly the irrigation techniques used during the early medieval and medieval period in India.

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Introduction Irrigation played a crucial role in shaping the agrarian economy of India during the early medieval (c. 600–1200 CE) and medieval (c. 1200–1700 CE) periods. As agriculture remained the primary source of livelihood and revenue, efficient water management was essential for supporting both subsistence and surplus production. The irrigation techniques used during these periods

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Enumerate the importance of the silk route during c.600 BCE to 300 CE.

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Introduction The Silk Route, spanning from East Asia to the Mediterranean, played a crucial role in facilitating trade, cultural exchange, and diplomatic relations from around 600 BCE to 300 CE. India occupied a central position on this network, serving as a key hub in the overland and maritime segments of the route. The Silk Route

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Examine the economy of the Satavahana and the Gupta empires on the basis of the study of coins.

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Introduction Coins are a vital source of information for reconstructing the economic history of ancient Indian empires. The Satavahana (1st century BCE – 3rd century CE) and Gupta (4th–6th century CE) empires, in particular, have left behind a rich numismatic legacy that offers insights into their trade, monetization, metallurgy, state control, and cultural affiliations. Through

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To what extent geographical regions determined the agricultural map of India.

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Introduction Geographical regions have played a critical role in shaping the agricultural map of India since ancient times. India’s vast and varied topography, diverse climatic zones, soil types, and water availability have led to the development of region-specific agricultural systems. From the fertile Indo-Gangetic plains to the arid Deccan plateau, agriculture in India evolved in

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