Practice Cunningham’s Confusion (1.11.1) - Bricks, Beads and Bones - CBSE 12 History

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Question 1.
Who was Alexander Cunningham?
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Look at early archaeological tasks.
Question 2.
What civilization did Cunningham overlook?
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Consider what civilizations were past in history.
3Question 3.
What was Cunningham's primary focus in archaeology?
- Exploring Harappan Civilization
- Early Historic period
- Cultural artifacts of the Ganga Valley
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Think about the time periods he emphasized.
4Question 4.
True or False: Cunningham recognized the significance of Harappan artifacts.
- True
- False
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Consider his perspective and its limitations.
Question 5.
How did Cunningham's linear historical framework shape the trajectory of early Indian archaeology?
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Consider the relationship between chronology and recognition in archaeology.
Question 6.
Discuss the repercussions of early archaeologists overlooking civilizations like the Harappan on contemporary understandings of ancient societies.
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Reflect on the impact of historical narratives on modern interpretations.

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