BHIC-131 · December 2021 · English
IGNOU BHIC-131 December 2021 Previous Year Question Paper
HISTORY OF INDIA : FROM THE EARLIEST TIMES UP TO C. 300 CE
Structured previous year question paper for BHIC-131, December 2021 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 9 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
BACHELOR OF ARTS (GENERAL)
(BAG)
Term-End Examination
December, 2021
BHIC-131 : HISTORY OF INDIA FROM THE EARLIER
TIMES UPTO c. 300 C.E.
Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Answer any five questions in about 500 words
each. Attempt at least two questions from each
section. All questions carry equal marks.
SECTION I
Q1.Discuss the nature of biographies, poetry and drama as sources of ancient Indian history.
Q2.What are the characteristics of the Neolithic Cultures in the different regions of the Indian sub-continent ?
Q3.Write a note on the emergence of the Harappan Civilization.
Q4.Answer any two of the following in about 250 words each :
(a) Mesolithic Age
(b) Religion and Religious practices of the Harappans
(c) Early Vedic Economy
(d) Painted Grey Ware Culture
SECTION II
Q5.Discuss the main teachings of the Buddha.
Q6.What was the impact of Alexander’s invasion on India ?
Q7.Write an essay on economy and society under the Mauryas.
Q8.Write short notes on any two of the following in about 250 words each :
(a) Mahajanapadas
(b) The Satavahanas
(c) The Five Eco-zones in Ancient Tamilaham
(d) Coins as a medium of exchange in post-Mauryan India wus I
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