The Making of Regional Cultures | History VII | Questions and Answers

 

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The Making of Regional Cultures | History VII | Questions and Answers

 

Chapter 7: The Making of Regional Cultures

 

Let’s Recall

1. Match the following:

Answer:

Column A	Column B
Anantavarman	Orissa
Jagannatha	Puri
Mahodayapuram	Kerala
Lilatilakam	Kerala
Mangalakavya	Bengal
Miniature	Kangra

 

Question 2. What is Manipravalam? Name a book written in that language.
Answer: Manipravalam is a literary style that blends Malayalam and Sanskrit. A famous book written in this language is Lilatilakam.

Question 3. Who were the major patrons of Kathak?
Answer: The major patrons of Kathak were the Mughal emperors and later the nawabs of Awadh. They helped develop Kathak into a sophisticated dance form with themes of love and devotion.

Question 4. What are the important architectural features of the temples of Bengal?
Answer: Temples in Bengal were mostly small, built with terracotta bricks, and had curved roofs that resembled bamboo huts. Many temples had intricate terracotta carvings depicting scenes from epics and daily life.

Question 5. Write a note on Basohli school of painting.
Answer: The Basohli school of painting flourished in the 17th–18th century in the Jammu region. It is known for its bold colours, stylized figures, and religious themes, especially those depicting scenes from the Bhagavata Purana and Krishna Leela.

Question 6. Write a note on the development of Dogri in Medieval Jammu.
Answer: During the medieval period, Dogri, the local language of Jammu, began developing through oral traditions, songs, and folk tales. It became an important medium of cultural expression, and local courts and poets began to use it in literature and daily life.

Question 7. Where are the Buddhist rock reliefs mainly found in Ladakh?
Answer: The Buddhist rock reliefs in Ladakh are mainly found in the region between Dras and the Suru Valley. These include large rock carvings of the Buddha and other deities.

Let’s Discuss

Question 8. Why did minstrels proclaim the achievements of heroes?
Answer: Minstrels proclaimed the achievements of heroes to celebrate their bravery and inspire others. These stories helped preserve historical memory and strengthened the cultural identity of communities.

Question 9. Why do we know much more about the cultural practices of rulers than about those of ordinary people?
Answer: We know more about the cultural practices of rulers because they had the resources to record their achievements, build monuments, and commission art. In contrast, ordinary people often passed on their culture orally, which was not always preserved.

Question 10. Why did conquerors try to control the temple of Jagannatha at Puri?
Answer: The temple of Jagannatha at Puri was a symbol of religious and political power. Controlling it meant gaining legitimacy and influence over the local population, so conquerors tried to associate themselves with the deity and gain popular support.

Question 11. Why were temples built in Bengal?
Answer: Temples were built in Bengal by local landlords and rulers to demonstrate their power and piety. They also served as centers of social and cultural life and showcased the prosperity and artistic skills of the region.