Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kings, Farmers and Towns

Question:

Which type of events find little mention in historical inscriptions?

Options:

Routine agricultural practices

Grand and unique events

Economic transactions

Donations made by Kings

Correct Answer:

Routine agricultural practices

Explanation:

Another significant issue arises when examining inscriptions: not all events that hold political or economic significance are recorded within them. Inscriptions tend to focus on remarkable and exceptional occurrences, leaving out routine agricultural practices and the ordinary experiences of daily life, such as joys and sorrows. Moreover, the content of inscriptions almost always reflects the perspective of the individual(s) who commissioned them, leading to potential biases in the historical narrative.

To gain a more comprehensive understanding of the past, it becomes crucial to compare and contrast inscriptions with other perspectives. By considering alternative sources and viewpoints, historians can paint a more complete picture of historical events and societal dynamics.