B.TechSemester 52024-25Essence Of Indian Traditional KnowledgeBNC502

Essence Of Indian Traditional Knowledge (BNC502) - AKTU Question Paper 2024-25

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This is the official AKTU Essence Of Indian Traditional Knowledge Previous Year Question Paper for B.Tech Semester 5, academic session 2024-25. Published by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU/UPTU), Lucknow. Free PDF download — no login required.

Course:B.Tech

Semester:Semester 5

Session:2024-25

University:AKTU / UPTU

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Essence Of Indian Traditional Knowledge (BNC502) — extracted question text · 70 marks · 3 Hours

Section AAttempt all questions in brief. 2 x 07 = 14

a
What is the concept of Purusār tha in Ancient India?
b
Name the languages in which Buddhist and Jain literature were written
c
Name two major heterodox schools of thought in India
d
How did the Bhakti Movement inf luence social and religious reforms in India?
e
How did the Harappan civilizat ion contribute t o early water management techniques?
f
Describe the significance of scu lptures in ancient Indian culture
g
How has modern Indian cinema evolved from its early beginnings ?

Section BAttempt any three of the following: 7 x 3 = 21

a
Describe the role of the Coun cil of Ministers in Ancient Indian kingship and its impact on governance
b
E x p l a i n t h e r o l e o f K a u t i l y a ’ s A r t h a s h a s t r a i n a n c i e n t I n d i an administration and governance
c
Evaluate the role of the Bhak ti and Sufi movements in promoting a sense of unity among diverse communities in India
d
Discuss India’s dominance in trade prior to colonization and how it affected global commerce
e
Discuss the history and cul tural significance of puppetry in India, including major traditions and regional variations

Section CAttempt any one part of the following: 07 x 1 = 07

a
Analyze the role of the Varnāshrama system and its relevance to social hierarchy in Ancient India
b
Design a political system insp ired by the Seven Limbs of the State that is applicable in contemporary governance
a
Analyze the evolution of Indian literature from the ancient epics (Ramayana, Mahabharata) to regional literature (Telugu, Kannada, etc.) and their relevance in contemporary times
b
Assess the historical and cu ltural importance of Persian and U r d u literature in India during the Mughal era
a
Explain the philosophical dif ferences between the Six Systems of Indian philosophy and their approach to understanding reality
b
Using the teachings of the Bhakti and Sufi movements, sugges t ways to promote religious tolerance and harmony in today's society
a
Explain how Indian metallurgy techniques contributed to the broader technological advancements in the ancient world
b
How did the medicinal systems in India, particularly Ayurveda, develop and influence other civilizations?
a
Compare and contrast the archi tectural styles of the Indus V alley Civilization with later Indian temple architecture
b
How can martial arts traditions be adapted for modern fitnes s or self- defense programs?

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