Question

(Only for Vision Impaired Examinees in lieu of Q.No. 26 for Map Work)
Instruction: Write the answers of the following questions in your answer-book. Do not use the map.
\begin{itemize} \item Where was the later capital of Harshavardhan? \item Where is Taj Mahal located? \item At which place did Mahatma Gandhi withdraw the non-cooperation movement due to violence? \item Where was the Congress Session held in 1929? \item Where did Lord Buddha attain enlightenment? \end{itemize}

Hint:

For map-based questions or their alternatives, focus on the "where" aspect of historical events. Associate key dynasties with their capitals (Harsha - Kannauj), monuments with their cities (Taj Mahal - Agra), and major national movement events with their locations (1929 INC Session - Lahore).

Answer 1

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
This question requires identifying the specific geographical locations associated with key historical events and figures from Indian history.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
\begin{itemize} \item Where was the later capital of Harshavardhan?
The later capital of Emperor Harshavardhana was Kannauj (in modern-day Uttar Pradesh). He initially ruled from Thanesar (in Haryana) but later shifted his capital to Kannauj, which was a more central and strategic location in his vast empire.
\item Where is Taj Mahal located?
The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, a city in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated on the south bank of the Yamuna river.
\item At which place did Mahatma Gandhi withdraw the non-cooperation movement due to violence?
The violence that prompted the withdrawal of the Non-Cooperation Movement occurred at Chauri Chaura (in the Gorakhpur district of modern-day Uttar Pradesh). On February 4, 1922, a violent mob set fire to a police station, killing several policemen. In response to this event, Mahatma Gandhi, who was in Bardoli at the time, decided to suspend the movement. The location of the incident, Chauri Chaura, is the place most directly associated with the cause of the withdrawal.
\item Where was the Congress Session held in 1929?
The historic annual session of the Indian National Congress in 1929 was held in Lahore (in modern-day Pakistan). This session, presided over by Jawaharlal Nehru, is famous for the passage of the Purna Swaraj (Complete Independence) resolution.
\item Where did Lord Buddha attain enlightenment?
Lord Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama) attained enlightenment (Nirvana) at Bodh Gaya (in modern-day Bihar). He achieved this state of enlightenment while meditating under a Peepal tree, which came to be known as the Bodhi tree.
\end{itemize}