List of top History Questions

Name any one neighbouring state of Vijayanagara empire.
Name the capital city of Vijayanagara empire.
Name any one ancient city located in the central region of India.
Mention any one Buddhist site of India.

On the same political outline map of India, two places related with the centres of revolt of 1857 one marked as A and B. Identify them and write their names on the lines marked near them. 
(A) Delhi 
(B) Calcutta

On the given political outline map of India, locate and label the following with appropriate signs: 
(i) Amravati – Buddhist site 
(ii) Varanasi – Ancient city 
(iii) (a) Vijayanagara – An Empire of 14th century 
OR 
(iii) (b) Orissa – Territory of 14th century

How did Gandhiji glorify charkha?
Why was wheel considered as an exquisite piece of machinery?
Why was Gandhiji critical of machines?
How has Kabir advocated an inclusive and compassionate view of humanity?
How does Kabir's philosophy contribute to a broader understanding of spiritualism?
How did Kabir describe the ultimate reality?
In what way did Devanampiya receive reports and disposed of the affairs of the people?
How did Devanampiya's approach differ from past arrangements regarding the handling of affairs?
Who was referred to as Devanampiya Piyadassi?
Examine Bernier's description of Crown ownership of land and lack of private property during Mughal India.
“In the ancient Indian subcontinent there were populations beyond the influence of Brahminical idea of four Varnas.” Explain the statement with examples.
“In the ancient India, the Kingship was not only with Kshatriyas but also with Non-Kshatriyas.” Explain the statement with examples.
Why were the British so keen to acquire Awadh? Explain.
How did the rumours play a role in moving the people to revolt against the British during 1857? Explain.
Analyse how Santhals settled in the periphery of Raj Mahal hills in the beginning of nineteenth century.
Explain why women were considered an important resource in agrarian society during sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
Analyse how the ruins of Hampi were brought to light in 1800 by Colin Mackenzie.
“According to Jaina teachings, the birth and rebirth was shaped through Karma." Explain the statement.
On whose advice among the following did Gandhiji attempt to visit British India and learn about the land and its people?