Read more about the article Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment. (2015, 10M)
Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment.

Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment. (2015, 10M)

Answer: The period between the Palaeolithic age and The Neolithic age is popularly known as the Mesolithic age and this period of arts known as Mesolithic arts. In contrast to…

Continue ReadingMesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment. (2015, 10M)
Read more about the article The ancient civilization in Indian sub continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without breakdown to the present day. Comment. (2015, 12.5M)
The ancient civilization in Indian sub continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without breakdown to the present day. Comment. (2015, 12.5M)

The ancient civilization in Indian sub continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without breakdown to the present day. Comment. (2015, 12.5M)

Answer: Indian civilisation is exceptional in many ways, not the least of which is its capacity for continuity over long periods of time without suffering significant change. Minor adjustments have…

Continue ReadingThe ancient civilization in Indian sub continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without breakdown to the present day. Comment. (2015, 12.5M)
Read more about the article Sufis and medieval mystic saints failed to modify either the religious ideas and practices or the outward structure of Hindu / Muslim societies to any appreciable extent. Comment. (2014, 10M)
Sufis and medieval mystic saints failed to modify either the religious ideas and practices or the outward structure of Hindu / Muslim societies to any appreciable extent. Comment.

Sufis and medieval mystic saints failed to modify either the religious ideas and practices or the outward structure of Hindu / Muslim societies to any appreciable extent. Comment. (2014, 10M)

Part of a series on Islam (Sufi) Answer: There is no denying Sufism's influence on Indian society and culture. However, despite the radical concepts and ideas that the Sufi saints brought to Indian…

Continue ReadingSufis and medieval mystic saints failed to modify either the religious ideas and practices or the outward structure of Hindu / Muslim societies to any appreciable extent. Comment. (2014, 10M)
Read more about the article Taxila university was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different disciplines. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda, it is not considered as a university in the modern sense. Discuss. (2014, 10M)
Taxila university was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different disciplines. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda, it is not considered as a university in the modern sense. Discuss. (2014, 10M)

Taxila university was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different disciplines. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda, it is not considered as a university in the modern sense. Discuss. (2014, 10M)

The Dharmarajika Stupa, a Mauryan-era Buddhist stupa near Taxila Taxila university: The University of Ancient Taxila was a historical institution of higher learning situated at Taxila, close to the Indus River's bank. Nalanda university: Nalanda,…

Continue ReadingTaxila university was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different disciplines. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda, it is not considered as a university in the modern sense. Discuss. (2014, 10M)
Read more about the article Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss. (100 words, 5 Marks)
Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss.

Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss. (100 words, 5 Marks)

Chola Empire Map Answer: Under the Cholas, temple architecture in South India reached its pinnacle. The Pallava and Eastern Chalukyan traditions were carried on by the Chola style. [instagram-feed feed=1]…

Continue ReadingChola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss. (100 words, 5 Marks)