New Kings and Kingdoms | History VII | Questions and Answers

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New Kings and Kingdoms | History VII | Questions and Answers

 

Chapter 2: New Kings and Kingdoms

Let’s Recall

Question 1. Match the following:

Answer:

1.  Gurjara-Pratihara – Kanauj

2.  Rashtrakutas – Manyakheta

3.  Palas – Bengal

4.  Cholas – Tamil Nadu

5.  Chahamanas – Delhi and Ajmer

Question 2. Who were the parties involved in the "tripartite struggle"?
Answer: The Gurjara-Pratiharas, Rashtrakutas, and Palas fought for control over Kanauj.

Question 3. What were the qualifications necessary to become a member of a committee of the sabha in the Chola Empire?

Answer:

·        Must be a landowner

·        Aged between 30 and 70

·        Knowledge of Vedas

·        Must be honest and have a good character

Question 4. What were the two major cities under the control of the Chahamanas?
Answer: Delhi and Ajmer.

 

Let’s Understand

Question 5. How did the Rashtrakutas become powerful?
Answer: The Rashtrakutas were initially subordinate to the Chalukyas of Karnataka. However, in the eighth century, Dantidurga, a Rashtrakuta chief, overthrew his Chalukya overlord and established his own kingdom. They expanded their territory through successful military conquests and gradually emerged as a powerful dynasty in the Deccan region.

Question 6. What did the new dynasties do to gain acceptance?
Answer: To gain acceptance, the new dynasties performed rituals such as the hiranya-garbha, which was believed to grant them Kshatriya status. They also gave land grants to Brahmanas, built temples, and promoted religious activities. In addition, they adopted grand titles to display their power and authority and strengthened their legitimacy through patronage of religion and culture.

Question 7. What kind of irrigation works were developed in the Tamil region?
Answer: In the Tamil region, various types of irrigation works were developed, including the construction of wells, tanks, and canals. In areas near the Kaveri River, embankments were built to prevent flooding, and sluice gates were installed to regulate water flow. These irrigation systems were often maintained by the local people, especially by the villagers who took collective responsibility for their upkeep.

Question 8. What were the activities associated with Chola temples?
Answer: Chola temples were not only places of worship but also served as cultural and administrative centres. They were used for conducting religious rituals and festivals, and they supported music, dance, and learning. Temples also managed large amounts of land and collected revenue. They provided employment to a wide range of people, including priests, temple servants, artisans, and workers involved in temple maintenance and rituals.