UKPSC 2023 Paper History

Points to Remember: Balban’s policy of Sijda and Paibos was a crucial aspect of his reign. It aimed to establish his authority and consolidate the power of the Delhi Sultanate. The policy had both positive and negative consequences. It reflects the changing political dynamics of the Sultanate. Introduction: Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned 1266-1287 CE), a powerful … Read more What was Balban’s Policy of Sijda and Paibos?

Points to Remember: Sufi appeal in India Chishti emphasis on love and compassion Accessibility and inclusivity of Chishti teachings Role of prominent Chishti saints Impact on Indian society and culture Introduction: The Chishti Silsila, one of the most influential Sufi orders in India, achieved widespread popularity due to a confluence of factors. Sufism, a mystical … Read more Why did the Chisti Silsila become so popular in India? Discuss.

Points to Remember: Military prowess and strategic brilliance of Muhammad Ghori. Religious motivations and their impact on his conquests. Brutal methods of warfare and their long-term consequences. Establishment of the Ghurid Empire and its significance. Legacy as a controversial historical figure. Introduction: Muhammad Ghori (c. 1149 – 1206 CE), a ruler of the Ghurid dynasty, … Read more Evaluate the character and personality of Mohammad Ghori and discuss his place in history.

Points to Remember: Authenticity and reliability of sources. Kalhana’s biases and perspectives. Comparison with other historical sources. Genre and literary style. Historical context of Kashmir. Introduction: The Rajatarangini (“River of Kings”), authored by Kalhana in the 12th century CE, is a chronicle of the kings of Kashmir. Its status as a historical literature of ancient … Read more Can the Rajtarangini of Kalhana be called a historical literature of Ancient India?

Points to Remember: Origin and historical context of Sufism. Key beliefs and practices of Sufi orders. Impact on society and culture. Different Sufi schools of thought. Sufism’s contemporary relevance. Introduction: The Sufi movement, a mystical branch of Islam, has profoundly impacted the religious and cultural landscape of numerous societies for centuries. While Islam emphasizes the … Read more What was the Sufi Movement?

Points to Remember: The Slave Dynasty (Mamluk Sultanate) was not founded by a single individual but rather emerged through a complex process. Several key figures played crucial roles in its establishment and consolidation. Attributing the “founding” to one person oversimplifies a multifaceted historical event. Introduction: The Mamluk Sultanate, often referred to as the “Slave Dynasty,” … Read more Who was the real founder of the Slave dynasty?

Points to Remember: Evidence of early human fire use in India. Archaeological findings and their interpretations. Dating techniques and their limitations. Comparison with global evidence of early fire use. The significance of fire in early human development. Introduction: The question of whether Indian Stone Age humans knew the use of fire necessitates an examination of … Read more Did the Indian humans of the Stone Age know the use of fire? Discuss.

Points to Remember: Internal weaknesses of the Nanda Dynasty. External threats and invasions. Lack of strong administrative structure. Rise of ambitious rivals like Chandragupta Maurya. Introduction: The Nanda Dynasty (c. 424 – 322 BCE) ruled the Magadha kingdom in ancient India, marking a period of significant territorial expansion and economic prosperity. However, their reign was … Read more What were the reasons for the downfall of the Nanda Dynasty?