The Post Mauryan Period, Class- 6, Subject- Social Science,solved exercises.

A.Choose the correct answer:

1. The most important Kushana king was:
(a) Gondophernes
(b) Alexander
(c) Rudradaman
(d) Kanishka ✅


2. Which country was the first to make silk?
(a) China ✅
(b) Japan
(c) India
(d) Sri Lanka


3. Gautamiputra Satakarni was the famous ruler of the:
✅ (c) Satavahanas


4. The idea of bhakti finds mention in the:
✅ (a) Bhagavad Gita


5. Which king’s mother composed an inscription for him?
✅ (d) Gautamiputra Satakarni




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B. Write T for True and F for False statements

1. Menander converted to Hinduism. → ❌ False (He converted to Buddhism.)


2. Kanishka organized a Buddhist council at Kashmir. → ✅ True


3. Ashvaghosha wrote Buddhacharita. → ✅ True


4. Kaveripattinam was the important port city of the Cheras. → ❌ False (It was of the Cholas.)


5. The Kushanas were among the earliest rulers to issue gold coins in the Indian subcontinent. → ✅ True




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C. Fill in the blanks

1. The most famous Chola king was Karikala.


2. The Chinese pilgrim Fa-Hien came to India in the 5th century CE.


3. The Cheras were also referred to as Keralaputras.


4. The Satavahana rulers were referred to as Andhras.


5. Hiuen Tsang came to India during the reign of Harsha.




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D. Very Short Answer Type Questions (20–30 words each)

1. Which were the important kingdoms of South India?
Answer: The important kingdoms of South India were the Cholas, Cheras, and Pandyas. They were powerful dynasties known for trade, administration, and cultural development.


2. What is Mahayana Buddhism?
Answer: Mahayana Buddhism is a branch of Buddhism that believes Buddha is a divine being and that anyone can attain salvation through faith and devotion.


3. What is the idea of Bhakti?
Answer: The idea of Bhakti means devotion to a personal god or goddess with love and faith, without any need for elaborate rituals.


4. Why is the Silk Route so called?
Answer: The Silk Route is so called because silk was the main item traded along this route between China and other countries, including India and Rome.


5. Name the Chinese pilgrims who came to India.
Answer: The famous Chinese pilgrims who came to India were Fa-Hien, Hiuen Tsang, and Itsing.




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E. Short Answer Type Questions (50–60 words each)

1. Describe the Chola rule in South India.
Answer: The Cholas were powerful rulers of South India known for their strong navy, efficient administration, and promotion of art and architecture. Karikala Chola was their most famous king. Their capital was Kaveripattinam, and they built magnificent temples like the Brihadeshwara Temple.


2. Write about the Cheras.
Answer: The Cheras ruled over the present-day Kerala region. Their capital was Vanji. They controlled the western coast and were famous for their trade with Romans and Arabs, exporting spices and ivory. They were also known as Keralaputras.


3. Write a few lines on the Pandyas.
Answer: The Pandyas ruled over the southern part of Tamil Nadu with Madurai as their capital. They were famous for their Sangam literature, pearl fishing, and trade with foreign countries like Rome.


4. Write a short note on the Indo-Greeks.
Answer: The Indo-Greeks were Greek rulers who settled in north-western India after Alexander’s invasion. Menander (Milinda) was their most famous king who later adopted Buddhism. They helped in spreading Indian art and culture, especially Gandhara art.



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