Sources Flashcards
Why are sources necessary for writing history
It is very important for understanding the past events.
What are sources?
Sources are the basic material necessary for the construction of history. They give details of particular periods
What are the two type of sources
The two type of sources are :-
->literary sources
-> archeological sources
What are the types of literary sources
The types of literary sources are:-
->Native literature
->foreign literature
What are the types of archeological sources
The types are :-
->inscription
->coins
->monuments
What is native literature
The literature produced by Indians is known as native literature
Give examples of native literature
There are many native literature such as
●budha charita
● arthashastra
●kautilyas
●mudrarakshasa
What is foreign literature
The writing of foreigners,scholars,explorers are known as foreign literature
Give examples for foreign literature
The are many foreign literature such as
■ huien tsang’s
■the writing of Barbosa
■The writing of furneo Nuniz
■the writing of Nicolo conti
What is inscription
Inscription are the fact bearers of the period which provides ue the information of religion,culture,economic administration,and other aspects of that period
What is the study of inscription is called
It is called epigraphy
What is study of coins is called
Study of coins is called numismatic
How do coins help in reconstructing in history
They are minted by using various materials. These plays an important rule to reconstruct the history
What is monument
Monument are the jain temples ,temples places,forts,ruin
How can monument help us
Monuments can help us through know about civilization, technology and the social and economic conditions of that period
What is oral sources
Oral history is the collection and study of historical information about people, families, important events, or everyday life using audiotapes, videotapes, or transcriptions of planned interviews.
What are legends
a very old story or set of stories from ancient times, or the stories, not always true, that people tell about a famous event or person
