NCERT Class 7 History — Chapter 1: Introduction: Tracing Changes Through a Thousand Years

With reference to the cartographic developments in the medieval period, consider the following statements regarding the maps produced by Al-Idrisi and French cartographers: 1. Al-Idrisi’s map, produced in the twelfth century, places South India at the top and Sri Lanka as an island at the top. 2. The French cartographer’s map, made in the eighteenth century, shows inland areas with greater detail than coastal areas. 3. Al-Idrisi used the Devanagari script to mark place names, including well-known places like Kanauj. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the changing meaning of the term "Hindustan" over the centuries: 1. In the thirteenth century, Minhaj-i-Siraj used the term to denote the land under the dominion of the Delhi Sultanate, excluding South India. 2. In the sixteenth century, Babur used the term in a purely political sense to describe his conquests. 3. Amir Khusrau used the word "Hind" in the fourteenth century to describe a geographical and cultural entity. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the periodisation of Indian history, consider the following statements: 1. British historians in the nineteenth century divided Indian history into three periods: Hindu, Muslim, and British. 2. This division was based on the significant developments in society, economy, and culture rather than just the religion of rulers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the copying of manuscripts in the medieval period: 1. Scribes copied manuscripts with absolute precision, ensuring no variations over centuries. 2. The Shikaste style of handwriting was denser and more difficult to read than the Nastaliq style. 3. Historians often have to read multiple versions of the same text to comprehend the original author's intent. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following crops were introduced into the Indian subcontinent during the period 700–1750 CE? 1. Potatoes 2. Corn 3. Chillies 4. Tea and Coffee Select the correct answer using the code given below: