- Philosophy – History explains the origin and development of philosophical ideas.
- Science – History shows the sequence and causes of scientific discoveries.
- Technology – History helps understand the growth of tools and mechanisation.
- Industry and Commerce – History explains changes in trade, markets, and society.
- Management Studies – History helps understand past production systems and human behaviour.
- Arts – Cultural history explains the development and expression of art forms.
- Humanities – History helps understand the origin and growth of humanities disciplines.
Definitions [1]
Definition: Applied History
‘Applied History’ is a field of study concerned with the application of history for the benefit of people in the contemporary and future times.
Key Points
Key Points: Applied History
- Applied history uses historical knowledge for present and future benefit.
- It proves that history is useful in practical and everyday life.
- It helps in solving contemporary social problems through planning.
- It is taught in universities and studied through research projects.
- It encourages public participation, tourism, and conservation of heritage sites.
Key Points: Applied History and Research in Various Fields
Key Points: Applied History and Our Present
- Applied history explains the practical value of history in understanding our present life.
- Our heritage connects us with our ancestors and helps in building our identity.
- Preservation and conservation of heritage are necessary for future generations.
- Applied history helps guide the future and creates employment through heritage management.
Key Points: Management of Cultural and Natural Heritage
- Cultural heritage is human-made and includes tangible (sites, artefacts, monuments) and intangible (traditions, rituals, arts, skills) forms.
- Natural heritage focuses on biodiversity, including flora, fauna, ecology, and landforms of a region.
- Preservation of cultural and natural heritage is essential for the benefit of future generations.
- UNESCO promotes heritage protection and declares important sites and traditions as World Heritage.
- Heritage management is a major part of applied history.
- In India, heritage conservation is carried out by ASI, State Archaeology Departments, and INTACH.
- Applied history helps involve experts and local people, protect original heritage, respect local sentiments, and create livelihood opportunities.
World Cultural Heritage Sites - India
| Year | Heritage Sites |
|---|---|
| 1983 | Agra Fort, Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves |
| 1984 | Taj Mahal, Mahabalipuram Temples, Sun Temple–Konark |
| 1986 | Churches of Goa, Fatehpur Sikri, Hampi Monuments, Khajuraho Temples |
| 1987 | Elephanta Caves, Brihadisvara Temple (Great Living Chola Temples) |
| 1987 | Group of Monuments at Pattadakal |
| 1989 | Sanchi Stupa |
| 1993 | Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar Complex |
| 1999 | Mountain Railways of India |
| 2002 | Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya |
| 2003 | Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka |
| 2004 | Champaner–Pavagadh, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus |
| 2004 | Chola Temples (Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Darasuram) |
| 2007 | Red Fort Complex, Delhi |
| 2010 | Jantar Mantar, Jaipur |
| 2013 | Hill Forts of Rajasthan |
| 2014 | Rani-ki-Vav, Patan |
| 2016 | Nalanda Mahavihara, Capitol Complex, Chandigarh |
| 2017 | Ahmedabad – Historic City |
World Natural Heritage Sites
| Year | Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| 1985 | Kaziranga National Park |
| 1985 | Keoladeo National Park |
| 1985 | Manas Wildlife Sanctuary |
| 1987 | Sundarbans National Park |
| 1988 | Nanda Devi & Valley of Flowers |
| 2012 | Western Ghats |
| 2014 | Great Himalayan National Park |
| 2016 | Khangchendzonga National Park |
Indian Oral and Intangible Heritage
| Year | Tradition / Heritage |
|---|---|
| 2001 | Koodiyattam, Sanskrit Theatre, Kerala |
| 2003 | Tradition of Vedic Chanting |
| 2005 | Ramlila – traditional performance of the Ramayana in North India |
| 2009 | Ramman – religious festival and ritual theatre of Garhwal, Uttarakhand |
| 2010 | Kalbelia – folk songs and dances of Rajasthan |
| 2010 | Chhau Dance – West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha |
| 2010 | Mudiyett – ritual theatre of Kerala |
| 2012 | Buddhist chanting of Ladakh (Jammu and Kashmir) |
| 2013 | Sankirtana – ritual singing, drumming, and dancing of Manipur |
| 2014 | Traditional craft of brass and copper utensils of the Thatheras of Punjab |
| 2016 | Yoga |
Key Points: Affiliated Professional Fields
- Knowledge of history helps in decision-making in fields such as museums, archives, tourism, and mass media.
- Applied history requires trained experts from various professional fields.
- Archives preserve old documents, official records, and films for future generations.
- National and specialised archives play an important role in protecting historical heritage.
- Applied history creates employment opportunities and helps conserve heritage for the future.
Important Questions [18]
- Suggest at least 10 solutions for the preservation of the sources of history.
- Write a short note. Public History
- Write a short note on applied history.
- How can we correlate applied history with our present?
- ______ is considered as the mother of science and all other subjects.
- Explain the following statement giving reasons. It is essential to study the history of technology.
- How can we correlate applied history with our present?
- Identify the wrong pair in the following and rewrite.
- Explain the statement with reason. We should conserve our Natural and Cultural Heritage.
- Identify the wrong pair in the following and rewrite. i. Kootiyattam - Sanskrit theatre, Kerala ii. Ramman - Dance form in West Bengal iii. Ramlila - Traditional Performance of the Ramayana in Uttar
- Explain the following statement with its reason. The list of world Heritage Sites is announced by UNESCO.
- What Objectives Can Be Fulfilled Through the Heritage Projects?
- Complete the Timeline: World Natural Heritage Sites in India
- What are the professional opportunities in the Tourism and Hospitality industry available to History students?
- Explain the following statement with its reason. It is essential to study the history of technology.
- Complete the following table:
- The National Archives of India is in ______.
- The earliest museum in the world was discovered in the excavations at the city of ______.
