Previous year questions

Discuss critically the role Harsha played in the history of his times.

Write a short essay on "The Maukharis paving the way for the glory of Harshavardhana"

"Harsha owes his greatness largely not to any real achievements but to formulate descriptions by two famous men." Discuss.

Write a short essay on: "The significance of the policy of matrimonial alliances for the expansion and consolidation of the Gupta Empire."

"The Gupta period stands at the center of Indian history." Discuss the development of arts and literature in that Gupta period in the light of this statement.

Harsha is described as 'the lord of the whole of north India'. Determine the extent of his empire and discuss his political relations with Sasanka, Bhaskaravarman and Pulakesin II.

Critically examine the sources of information for the study of Harshavardhan and discuss his religious policy.

Discuss the cultural impact of India of the South-East Asia during the ancient period.

Discuss the conditions of economic life in the age of the Guptas.

How far do the coins of the Gupta's provide clues regarding trends in economy, polity, religion and arts? Discuss them in the light of corroborating evidence from archaeology and literature.