List of top Questions asked in CBSE CLASS XII- 2024

(34.1) Mention any two Harappan sites.
On the same outline map, two centres related to the Indian National Movement are marked as A and B. Identify them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them.
On the given political outline map of India (on page 25), locate and label the following with appropriate symbols:
(i) Dholavira – A Matured Harappan site
(ii) Ujjain – Mahajanapada
(iii) (a) Panipat – Territory under the Mughals
OR
(iii) (b) Golconda
How did Indians like Shaikh Itsamuddin and Mirza Abu Talib contribute to the creation of a positive image of India in Europe?
Give any one example of a book authored by European writers on Medieval India.
In what way did Shaikh Itsamuddin and Mirza Abu Talib challenge the version of Europeans towards India?
Differentiate between the views of a Fatalist and a Materialist in reference to this source.
How did Ajita Kesakambalin describe the relations of human beings with the four elements of nature?
Analyse the views of Makkhali Gosala on karma.
How is democracy explained in the context of republic in the passage?
How does the passage emphasize the commitment to democracy?
Mention the ‘firm and solemn resolve’ expressed in the passage.
Analyse the role of Gandhiji in the restoration of peace and harmony among various communities after the Independence of India.
There are various sources to know about Gandhiji’s role in the Indian freedom struggle. Explain.
Describe the life and contribution of Mirabai in the context of the Bhakti Movement in medieval India.
Describe the teachings and philosophy of Lingayat tradition.
“There are various elements on which historians have analysed the Mahabharata and called it a dynamic text.” Explain the statement with examples.
“Historians have studied many rules and varied practices of familial ties during the Mahabharata period.” Explain the statement with examples.
Describe the role of rumours and prophecies in the Revolt of 1857.
Examine the ‘Amara-nayaka system’ in the military and administrative structure of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Analyse the role of Krishnadeva Raya as the ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Why is the Harappan drainage system considered a planned and complete drainage system? Explain.
Why is the Harappan script called an enigmatic script? Explain.
Which of the following tribal kingdoms exerted considerable influence and played a significant role in the Mughal Empire during the 16th and 17th centuries?
I. Lohanis in Punjab
II. Ahoms in Assam
III. Koch in Bengal
IV. Kols in Singhbhum
During Ibn Battuta’s travels in India, which prominent city did he visit and describe as ‘a vast city, with a great population, the largest in India?