CBSE-CLASS-XII SERIES History
Kingdoms In South India
5 previous year questions.
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2025 Chapter Questions 5 MCQs
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(1) On the given political outline map of India, locate and label the following with appropriate symbols:
- [(i)] Bodh Gaya β An ancient Buddhist site
- [(ii)] Lothal β A mature Harappan site
- [(iii)] (a) Goa β Territory under Mughal Empire
- [OR] (b) Vijayanagara β Capital of Vijayanagara Empire
(2) On the same outline map of India, two places have been marked as A and B, the centres of the Indian National Movement. Identify them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them.
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The Royal Centre in Vijayanagara was significant. Which architectural features make it an important cultural landmark? Explain.
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The Virupaksha Temple is a historic temple located in Hampi. What features make it a key architectural and cultural landmark of the Vijayanagara Empire? Explain.
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Which of the following pairs is correctly matched regarding the Vijayanagara empire?
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Defeat of Sultan of Bijapur β Start of Aravidu dynasty
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Founding of Nagalapuram β Township named after Kingβs mother
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Battle of Talikota β Expansion of Hampi over Orissa
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Decline of Vijayanagara β Increased military control of Mackenzie
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Why are Chola temples at places like Thanjavur significant in ancient history?
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They are known as the very first temples in India.
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They mark the peak of Chola patronage in architecture.
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They were constructed with the help of the Pandya rulers.
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They served as forts during festivals.