Maharashtra Board Class 6 History Chapter 11 Ancient India and the World PDF Download

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Exercise

Name The Following

Places where articles made in Rome were found.

A new style of art that emerged during the Kushana period in India.

The language of the books, Mahavansa and Deepvansa.

A country to which Buddhism had spread in the ancient period.

Teacher's Note

Many old Roman things were found in India. This shows that India and Rome traded with each other long ago.

Exam Trick

Remember: Roman articles found in India = Trade happened between Rome and India. Just like today we buy things from other countries, ancient India also traded with Rome.

Points to Remember

Rome and India had trade connections in ancient times.
Articles from Rome have been found in India.
This proves that two far away countries could do business together.

Think And Expand/Elaborate

Indian culture had an impact on Southeast Asia.

The spread of Buddhism in China became easier.

Teacher's Note

Indian ideas and religion went to other Asian countries. This is like how Indian food and movies are popular in many countries today.

Exam Trick

Remember: Indian culture spread to Southeast Asia = Silk Route helped. Just like internet connects us today, the Silk Route connected India to other countries long ago.

Points to Remember

Indian culture spread to Southeast Asia through trade.
Buddhism traveled from India to China and other countries.
The Silk Route was the main path for trade and ideas.
Trade brings culture from one place to another.

What Would You Do If You Are Encouraged In Your Favourite Hobby?

This is a personal question. You should think about your own favorite hobby and write what you would do if someone encouraged you to do it more.

Teacher's Note

When someone supports us in what we like, we feel happy and do better. If your friend encourages you to play cricket, you will want to play more and improve your skills.

Exam Trick

Remember: Encouragement = More effort. When teachers or parents say "good job," we try harder and become better at that hobby.

Points to Remember

Encouragement makes us happy.
We work harder when someone supports us.
Good feedback helps us improve our skills.
We should encourage others too.

Describe A Picture

A picture of the Gandhara style sculpture on a stupa in Hadda, Afghanistan is given in this chapter. Observe it and write about it.

Teacher's Note

Gandhara art shows the mix of Greek and Indian styles. You can see this art in museums and old monuments in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Exam Trick

Remember: Gandhara = Greek plus Indian art. Just like when your mother makes a dish mixing two recipes, Gandhara art mixed two different art styles.

Points to Remember

Gandhara art is from Afghanistan and Pakistan area.
It mixes Greek and Indian art styles.
Stupas often had beautiful Gandhara sculptures on them.
This art shows how cultures mixed in ancient times.

Find Out More About

The Gandhara style of art

The Silk Route

Teacher's Note

Learning more helps you understand history better. You can visit museums or watch videos about the Silk Route and Gandhara art.

Exam Trick

Remember: Gandhara + Silk Route = Both are about connection between countries. Search for "Gandhara art" online to see beautiful pictures of this ancient art.

Points to Remember

The Gandhara style came from mixing two cultures.
The Silk Route connected many Asian countries.
Trade routes helped spread art and ideas.
You can find pictures of Gandhara art on the internet.

Mark The Countries Of Southeast Asia Mentioned In The Chapter On An Outline Map

Look at the chapter and find the names of Southeast Asian countries. Then mark them on a blank map with a pencil.

Teacher's Note

Using maps helps you remember geography better. Southeast Asia includes countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

Exam Trick

Remember: Map work = Better memory. When you draw and color countries on a map yourself, you will remember them for your exam.

Points to Remember

Southeast Asia is south and east of China.
Many countries are in Southeast Asia.
Drawing on maps helps memory.
Always use pencil so you can erase mistakes.

Activity

Obtain information about a form of art of your choice and present it in your class.

Teacher's Note

This activity helps you learn research skills. You can choose any art like Madhubani art, Warli art, or Classical dance from India.

Exam Trick

Remember: Presenting in class = Confidence building. When you share what you learned, you understand it better and remember it longer for your exam.

Points to Remember

Choose an art form you like.
Find information from books or internet.
Write about its history and special things.
Prepare to tell your class about it clearly.

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