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D. Find the answers (in one word) from the clues given.

1. New capital of Harsha. ___________________
2. He stayed in India for 15 years. ___________________
3. Pulakeshin II sent an embassy to the king of this country. ___________________

4. Most of the Ajanta paintings were done during the rule of this dynasty. ___________________
5. These played a crucial role in the history of South India. ___________________

6. Devotees of Lord Shiva. ___________________
7. Devotees of Lord Vishnu. ___________________
E. Answer these questions.

1. Why did Harsha shift his capital?
2. Who was Hiuen Tsang? What did he write about the society during Harsha’s reign?

3. Write a short note on Harsha’s administration.
4. What developments in art and architecture were witnessed under the rule of Chalukyas?
5. The Pallavas were great temple builders. Support this statement.

6. What role did the temples play in the history of South India?
7. Who were the ‘Tamil Saints’? What were their main teachings?
H TS Question
H TS Question
How are the sources of Harshvardhana important?

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Activity
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A. Collect pictures of the temples built by the Chalukyas and the Pallavas.
B. On an outline map of India, mark and name:

Harsha’s old capital; Harsha’s new capital; Nalanda; Capital of the Chalukyas; Aihole;
Mahabalipuram

C. Make a list of Pallava temples and write about their different architecture styles.
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