BHIE-144 TRADITIONS OF HISTORY WRITING IN INDIA in English Solved Question Paper December 2023

BHIE-144 TRADITIONS OF HISTORY WRITING IN INDIA in English Solved Question Paper December 2023

TRADITIONS OF HISTORY WRITING IN INDIA
Course Code: BHIE-144

Section—I

1. Discuss the contribution of the epics in the
making of a historical tradition. 20
2. How are inscriptions and prashastis important
sources for reconstructing history ? 20
3. Explain in brief the historical consciousness
and tradition as reflected in the Sangam
Literature. 20
4. Write short notes on any two of the following in
about 200 words each : 10+10
(a) Buddhist texts
(b) Charita literature
(c) Bhakti poetry
(d) Kulgranthas from Bengal
Section—II

5. Explain the importance of Buranjis in
constructing history of Assam. 20
6. Write a note on Abul Fazl’s contribution to
history writing. 20
7. Write an essay on colonial history writings. 20
8. Write short notes on any two of the following in
about 200 words each : 10+10
(a) Berani’s idea of history
(b) Ibn Battuta
(c) Sir Thomas Roe
(d) R. G. Bhandarkar