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IGNOU BHIC-101 June 2022 Previous Year Question Paper
HISTORY OF INDIA-I
Structured previous year question paper for BHIC-101, June 2022 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
B.A. (HONOURS) HISTORY
(BAHIH)
Term-End Examination
June, 2022
BHIC-101 : HISTORY OF INDIA-I
Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Attempt any five questions in about 400 words
each. Attempt at least two questions from each
section. All questions carry equal marks.
SECTION I
Q1.Discuss the archaeological sources for the reconstruction of ancient Indian history.
Q2.Discuss the main characteristics of the Mesolithic culture with special reference to Microliths.
Q3.What were the main characteristics of the Late Harappan culture ?
Q4.Discuss any two of the following : 10+10=20
(a) Later Vedic Phase
(b) Reasons for the rise of Buddhism and Jainism in the 6* century BCE
(c) Asceticism in the 6‘ century BCE
(d) Alexander’s invasion of India
SECTION II
Q5.Discuss in detail the administration under the Mauryas.
Q6.What were the attitudes of ancient Indians towards environment, science and technology ?
Q7.Discuss the position of women in ancient India.
Q8.Discuss any two of the following : 10+10=20
(a) Janapadas and Mahajanapadas
(b) Mauryan Economy
(c) Empire building under the Mauryas
(d) Ashoka’s Dhamma BHIC-101 4 we Il