Karnataka State Board Social Science Social Science Part 2 Class 6 Chapter 2 Important Dynasties of South India Exercise Question and Answer.
1) Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
A) ……….. were established for providing education during the period of shatavahanas.
Ans:-Agraharas
B) The administrative language of Shatavahanas was ………..
Ans:-Prakrit
C) The societies formed by traders and skilled laborers were called …………..
Ans:-Guild
D) Gautamiputra Shatkarni inscribed his name on the coins of ……….
Ans:-Shakas Nelapana
2) Answer in a single sentences.
A) Who was the greatest king of Shatavahanas?
Ans:-Gautamiputra Satakarni was the greatest king of Shatavahanas.
B) What was the title given to Gautamiputra Shatkarni?
Ans:-The title was ‘Thrisamudratoya Peethavahana’.
C) What is a ‘Chaitya’?
Ans:-Chaitya is beautiful hall in which Buddhists prayer.By cutting big rocks, it is created. The Chaitya at Karle in Maharashtra is an example of it.
D) Name the book written by Hala.
Ans:-Gaatha Saptasti is written by Hala.
E) Name the important Nigamas/ towns of Shatavahanas.
Ans:-The important Nigamas are:
Junnar and Nasik .
F) What is a ‘Shreni’?
Ans:-Shreni is societies of towns at that time. It is basically created by tradors and professionals to trade and protect their interest.
Example: Dhaanik Shreni.
3) Discuss in a group and answer the following.
A) Discuss about trade and towns of the Shatavahana period.
Ans:-There was a good economy system in Satvahana period. The trade was not just in between the country, it basically expanded outside of the country also. There were centers of trades and that was called Nigamas . Paithan, Karle, Junnar, Nasik, Kanheri, Dhanyaketa were the examples of Nigamas.There were a lot of Shreni which was a society of towns. There was a Shresti in a Shreni. Shresti was the powerful and senior person who was the leader of a Shreni. Shreni was created by traders to improve their business. The trade was not just limited in the country, it expanded outside the country through the West and East coasts.
B) The factors responsible for the economic progress of Shatavahanas.
Ans:-The factors were:
Architecture: The architectures of this kingdom were very famous and it helped to groom this kingdom.
Shreni System: There was a Shreni system in that time. It divided into many groups to improve their trades.
Shresti: Shresti led the Shreni to improve their business. The person was senior and mature enough to build a strong economy.
Uses of ports: There were a trade between Rome and Shatavahanas through the West and East coasts.
4) Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
A) The first dynasty of Kannada is ………….
Ans:-The Kadambas.
B) Kakusthavarma had martial relationship with the ………… dynasty of north india.
Ans:-Gupta
5) Answer the following in a sentence each.
A) Who was the founder of the Kadamba dynasty?
Ans;-Mayurasharma was the founder of the Kadamba Dynasty.
B) Which was the capital of Kadambas?
Ans:-Banavasi was the capital of Kadambas.
C) Which is the first Kannada inscription?
Ans:-Ashoka’s Brahmagiri is the first Kannada inscription.
D) Name the educational centers of Kadambas.
Ans:-agraharas, ghatikas and brahmapuris are the educational centers of Kadambas.
6) Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
A) Durvineeta’s mother Jeshtadevi belonged to ………… dynasty.
Ans:-Punnata.
B) Sheepurusha wrote ………
Ans:-Gajasastra.
7) Answer the following in a sentence each.
A) Name the capital of Gangas.
Ans:-Kolar Talakad is the capital of Gangas.
B) In which languages was Durvineeta considered a scholar?
Ans:-In Sanskrit and Kannada was Durvineeta considered a scholar.
C) Who built the lake at Kunigal?
Ans:-Magadi Kempegowda built the lake at Kunigal.
D) Where is the statue of Gommateshwara? Who built it?
Ans:- The statue of Gommateshwara was built in Shravanabelagola by Chamundaraya.
8) Answer the following in a sentence each.
A) Which was the capital of Chalukyas? In which district is it now?
Ans:-Badami was the capital of Chalukya.
Now, it is in Bagalkot district.
B) Name the king from North India who was defeated by Pulikeshi.
Ans:- Harshavardhana was defeated by Pulikeshi.
C) Which are the famous centers of Chalukyan architecture?
Ans:- The famous centers are:Aihole, Badami, Pattadakallu and Mahakutas
D) Which place is called as ‘The Cradle of Temple Architecture’?
Ans:-Aihole is called as ‘The Cradle of Temple Architecture’.
9) Discuss in group and answer the question.
A) Describe the military achievements of Immadi pulikeshi.
Ans:-Immadi Pulikeshi was one of the greatest kings of Chalukyas. He fought against his uncle Mangalesh to become king and then he started to expand his kingdom. He fought against Rashtrakutas and defeated them. He made Kadambas and Gangas surrender and then he attacked the northern part. He had a fight against Lata, Malwa and Gurjaras and defeated them. After capturing this area, he proceeded towards Gujrat. In the Eastern region, he defeated Vengi, Kalinga and Kosala. He defeated pallavas also and established his empire in South. He established a strategic partnership with Cholas, Cheras and Pandyas also. The great king of northern region, Harshavardhana fought against him on the bank of river Narmada. He defeated Harshavardhana and made the history. According to historians he established a great empire.
10) Match the words in column ‘A’ with related words in column ‘B’.
Ans:-
A | B |
Aihole | Cradle of Temple Architecture |
Pattadakallu | World heritage site |
Varaha | Royal emblem of Chalukyas |
11) Answer the following in one sentence each.
A) Which was the capital of Pallavas?
Ans:-Kanchipuram was the capital of pallavas.
B) Who was the famous king of Pallavas of Kanchi? What was the title that he gained?
Ans:-Narasimhavarman I was the famous king of pallavas of Kanchi.
He was known as Vatapikonda.
C) Where are the stone chariots of Pallava period?
Ans:-In Mahabalipuram, the stone chariots of pallava period.
D) Which are the famous temples of Pallava period?
Ans:-The famous temples are:
Kailasanatha temple.
Lord Shiva temple.
Perumal temple.
12) Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
A) The capital of Cholas was ………….
Ans:-Thanjavur.
B) ……… built Bruhadeshwara temple.
Ans:- Raja Raja Chola.
13) Answer the following in one sentence each.
A) Which are the famous literary works of Cholas?
Ans:-The literary works are:
Kamba Ramayana.
Periya puranam.
B) What was the speciality of the rural administration of Cholas?
Ans:- The local government system was the speciality of the rural administration of Cholas.
C) What are the contributions of Cholas to Indian sculpture?
Ans:-The contributions of Cholas are:
Statue of Nataraja.
D) Why Bruhadeshwara temple is so famous?
Ans:-Bruhadeshwara temple is a world heritage site. It is a thousand year old temple made by Cholas. This temple is Two hundred feet high and it is the highest temple in India. It displays Chola’s beautiful architecture and that’s why it is famous.
14) Discuss in a group and answer the questions.
A) What are the achievements of Rajaraja Chola?
Ans:- There are several achievements of Rajedra Chola but establishment of North India was his biggest achievement. He was given a title ‘Gangaikonda’ for this achievement. Gangaikonda Cholapuram was the capital built by him and he established a famous temple of Shiva. He fought against Shreevijaya kingdom of Sumatra and won it. It was a remarkable achievement of him.
B) Write a short note on Rajendra chola.
Ans:-Rajendra Chola was the son of the greatest king Rajaraja chola. He expanded his territory in north India and became famous. He was known as Gangaikonda after this achievement. Gangaikonda Cholapuram was the capital made by him. He also made a big Shiva temple which was a famous architecture. Defeating Shreevijaya kingdom of Sumatra was one of his great achievements.
15) Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
A) First available book in Kannada is …………
Ans:-Kavirajamarga.
B) Adikavi of Kannada is …………..
Ans:-Pampa.
C) ……….. temple of Ellora is built in single stone.
Ans:-Kailasa.
16) Answer the following in one sentence each.
A) Name the famous poets of Rashtrakuta period.
Ans:-The famous poets are:
Adikavi pampa.
Sri ponna.
B) Which were the important centers of Rashtrakuta architecture?
Ans:-The famous important centers were:
Elephanta cave temple.
Kailasa temple.
C) Name the works of Pampa.
Ans:-The works of pampa are:
Pampa bharata.
The Adi purana.
D) Make a list of the famous kings of Rashtrakuta dynasty.
Ans:-Kings of Rashtrakuta Dynasty were Dantidurga, Dhruva , Amoghavarsha, Indra, Krishna III, Govinda III etc.
E) What was Sulaiman written about Rashtrakutas?
Ans:-Rashtrakuta kingdomwas the one of the four large federations of the world.
17) Discuss in group and answer.
A) Write a short note on Amoghavarsha.
Ans:-Amoghavarsha was a great scholar as well as a ruler. He was Govinda III’s son. He became the ruler at the age of 14 and he ruled for six years. He had a keen interest in welfare of his subjects. Manyaketa city was built by him this city became the capital of Rashtrakuta kingdom. According to Sulaiman who was a traveller from Arab, the Rashtrakuta Dynasty was one of the four biggest empire in the world.
B) Describe the military achievements of Krishna-III.
Ans:-The period of Krishna III was incredible in term of military power. Cholas were defeated by him and he expanded his empire till Rameshwaram. Pandyas and cheras were defeated by him. He made an expansion even in North India. After his death, Rashtrakuta kingdom started to decline.
18) Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
A) The king who started Chalukya Vikramashake is …………
Ans:-Vikramaditya VI
B) The king who had the title kavi Chakravarthy is …………
Ans:-King Tailapa II.
C) The author of Mithakshara Samhite is …………
Ans:-Vignaneshwara
19) Answer the following in a sentence each.
A) Who was the famous king of Kalayana Chalukya?
Ans:-Vikramaditya VI was the famous king of Kalyana Chalukya.
B) Name the famous scholars who were in the court of Vikramaditya-VI.
Ans:-Vignaneshwara and Pandit Bilhana were the famous scholars who were in the court of Vikramaditya VI.
C) Name the famous work of Mummadi Someshwara. What is its speciality?
Ans:-Manasollasa , a sankskrit encyclopaedia was the famous work of Mummadi Someshwara.
Speciality:- Arts and litreture.
D) Name the Ratnathrayas of Kannada literature.
Ans:-The Ratnathrayas of kannada litreture were :- Ponna, Pampa and Ranna.
E) Which temple is called the emperor of temples? Where is it?
Ans:-Mahadeva temple is called the emperor of temples.
It is located at Itagi ( koppala district).
20) Answer the following in a single sentence.
A) Name the capitals of Hoysalas.
Ans:-The capital’s of Hoysalas:-
Belur (Before).
Halebidu (After).
B) Name the famous kings of Hoysala dynasty.
Ans:-Vira Someshwara, Veera Ballala III, Nripa Kama, Narasimha III were the famous kings of Hoysala Dynasty.
C) Who was the queen of Vishnuvardhana? What was the title given to her?
Ans:-The queen of Vishnuvardhan was Shantala.
Her title was Natya Saraswati.
D) Which Hoysala King was ruling when sultans of Delhi attacked ?
Ans:-Ballala III was ruling when sultans of Delhi attacked.
E) Name the famous poets of Hoysala period.
Ans:-The famous poets were:-Udayaditya, Nagachandra, Harihara and Britta vilasa.
F) Which are the famous temples of Hoysala?
Ans:-The famous temples are:- Chennakesava, Hoysaleswara and Lakshmidevi.
G) Name the sculptures who built Channakeshava temple of Belur.
Ans:-The sculptures were:- Malliyanna, Ruvari Malitamma, Dasoja and Malloja.
21) Discuss in a group and answer the questions.
A) Write a short note on Ballala-III.
Ans:-Ballala III was a famous king of Hoysala Dynasty. We know him as a brave and courageous leader. Sultans of Delhi attacked his kingdom very often but he protected his kingdom. He ruled for fifty years. The Sultan of Madurai attacked him and he fought with him . At last, Sultan killed him but history remembers him as a brave ruler.
B) What are the common features of Hoysala temples?
Ans:- The common features of Hoysala temples are:-
- There were star shape basement in these kind of temples.
- There were Navrang pillars and these were very smooth.
- Mythology episodes were depicted on the outside wall.
22) Match the words in column ‘A’ with related word in column ‘B’.
Ans:-
A | B |
Sala | Founder of Hoysala dynasty |
Shantale | NatyaSaraswati |
Belur | Channakeshava temple |
Andaiah | Kabbigara Kaava |
Dwarasamudra | Halebidu |