(English Medium) ICSE Class 9 - CISCE Question Bank Solutions for History and Civics

Samudragupta earned a reputation as one of the greatest kings and conquerors. In this context, explain:

His Personal Attainments

The reign of Chandragupta n marks the zenith of the Gupta glory. In this context briefly describe his conquests and the extent of his Empire.

The Gupta era witnessed unprecedented intellectual progress. In this context explain:

Enrichment of Sanskrit literature with reference to the works of Kalidasa and Visakhadutta

Harshavardhana not only brought the greater part of northern India under his direct rule, he also consolidated his dominions by efficient administrative machinery.
In this context explain:
His Conquests and Extent of his Empire

Harshavardhana not only brought the greater part of northern India under his direct rule, he also consolidated his dominions by efficient administrative machinery.
In this context explain:
His Administration.

With reference to the Gupta administration, mention briefly: The position of the King and his Ministers.

Why is the Gupta Period known as the Golden Age of Indian culture?

How was Samudragupta a bold and great conqueror?

Name any two titles adopted by the Gupta rulers?

Name the officer who collected the toll tax during the Gupta period.

Name the officer who was in charge of a province or bhukti during the Gupta period.

With reference to the Age of the Guptas, answer the following questions.
Explain how Chandragupta II expanded his empire.

With reference to the administrative system of the Guptas, answer the following questions:

Explain the position and powers of the king during the Gupta Age.

With reference to the administrative system of the Guptas, answer the following questions:

Describe briefly the administration of villages during the Gupta period.

Under whose rule, the Cholas rose to imperial greatness towards the end of the 10th century AD?

Mention any two victories won by Cholas under Rajaraja I.

Who among the Chola kings adopted the title of ‘Gangaikonda’? Name the city commemorating the event.

What names were given to the following territorial divisions of the Chola kingdom:

Province

What names were given to the following territorial divisions of the Chola kingdom:

District

What was the method of electing members of the village assembly under the Cholas?