Question

On the given political outline map of India, locate and label the following places with appropriate signs or symbols:

(i) Banawali – a mature Harappan site
(ii) Kannauj – An important town from early states
(iii) (a) Ajmer – A city under Mughals
OR
(iii) (b) Bidar – A medieval town

Hint:

Remember key locations: Banawali (Haryana), Kannauj (UP), Ajmer (Rajasthan), Bidar (Karnataka).

Answer 1

Step 1: Locating Banawali. 
Banawali is located in present-day Haryana. It was an important site of the Harappan Civilization. 

Step 2: Locating Kannauj. 
Kannauj is situated in Uttar Pradesh along the Ganga river and was an important centre in early medieval India. 

Step 3: Locating Ajmer. 
Ajmer is located in Rajasthan and was a significant city during the Mughal period. 

Step 4: Locating Bidar (alternative). 
Bidar is situated in Karnataka and was an important medieval town under the Bahmani Sultanate. 

Step 5: Conclusion. 
Thus, these places should be correctly marked on the political map of India at their respective state locations.