Topic: Indian Culture will cover the salient aspects of Art forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
1. Discuss the significance of the findings of Nagardhan excavations in understanding the Vakataka dynasty. (250 words)
Reference: Indian Express
Why this question:
At Nagardhan near Nagpur, recent excavations have brought new clarity on the life, religious affiliations and trade practices of the Vakataka dynasty, which ruled parts of Central and South India centuries ago. Thus the question.
Key demand of the question:
The answer must discuss the significance of the findings of Nagardhan excavations in understanding the Vakataka dynasty.
Directive:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you have to debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You have to give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Briefly explain the existence of Vakataka dynasty.
Body:
Recent archaeological excavations at Nagardhan in Ramtek taluka, near Nagpur, have provided concrete evidence on the life, religious affiliations and trade practices of the Vakataka dynasty that ruled parts of Central and South India between the third and fifth centuries.
Explain the significance of the excavations in understanding the socio-cultural and politico life of the Dynasty.
Conclusion:
Conclude by reasserting the significance of the excavations in understanding the features of the Dynasty.
