Chapter 1: Bricks, Beads and Bones
Q: Features of Harappan Civilization
- Well-planned cities with grid system.
- Advanced drainage system.
- Use of standardized bricks.
- Trade with Mesopotamia.
- Undeciphered script.
Q: Main occupations
- Agriculture was main occupation.
- Craft production like beads, pottery.
- Trade and commerce.
Chapter 2: Kings, Farmers and Towns
Q: What are Mahajanapadas?
- 16 large states in ancient India.
- Magadha was most powerful.
- Use of iron tools increased farming.
Q: Sources of revenue
- Taxes from farmers.
- Tribute from conquered areas.
- Trade taxes.
Chapter 3: Kinship, Caste and Class
Q: Varna system
- Four varnas: Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Shudras.
- Based on occupation.
- Became rigid over time.
Q: Position of women
- Limited rights.
- Important role in family.
