JSS MAHAVIDYAPEETHA

JSS ACADEMY OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Subject Name: Indian Tradition Culture and Society (KNC 602)
Sem/Section: 6th
Assignment-1

CO342.1 Illustrate the condition of society, state, and polity in ancient India.

CO342.2 Summarize the history of Indian Literature, Culture, tradition, and practices.

CO342.3 Compare the philosophy and practices of Indian religions.

CO342.4 Infer about basics of ancient science, management and Indian knowledge system

CO342.5 Explain the Cultural heritage and performing arts.

1. [CO1] Explain how imperialist administrators interpreted the Indian History to serve
the British imperialism?
2. [CO1] According Arthashāstra what are the important elements of a state?
3. [CO1] Explain the Four theories of state formation in Ancient India?
4. [CO1] Briefly describe Kingship and council of ministers and their work in ancient
Indian politics.
5. [CO1] According to Vedas what are the four Ashrams of life. Explain briefly.
6. [CO1] Explain the term Varna in the context of Ancient India?
7. [CO1] Write a short note on Slavery in context of ancient India
 JSS MAHAVIDYAPEETHA
JSS ACADEMY OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Subject Name: Indian Tradition Culture and Society (KNC 602)
Sem/Section: 6th
Assignment-2

CO342.1 Illustrate the condition of society, state, and polity in ancient India.

CO342.2 Summarize the history of Indian Literature, Culture, tradition, and practices.

CO342.3 Compare the philosophy and practices of Indian religions.

CO342.4 Infer about basics of ancient science, management and Indian knowledge system

CO342.5 Explain the Cultural heritage and performing arts.

1. [CO2] Explain the development of Languages and Scripts in India in chronological

order.
2. [CO2] Name the four Vedas. Explain each in detail.
3. [CO2] What are the Puranas? Describe the five characteristics of Puranas.
4. [CO2] What do you mean by word “Upanishad”? Explain their contribution in the
Indian Culture.
5. [CO2] Why Kautilya‟s Arthshashtra is considered one of the most important ancient
Indian literatures?
6. [CO2] Give a brief account on Buddhist and Jain literature?
7. [CO2] Write short note on Indian regional languages literature.
 JSS MAHAVIDYAPEETHA
JSS ACADEMY OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Subject Name: Indian Tradition Culture and Society (KNC 602)
Sem/Section: 6th
Assignment-3

CO342.1 Illustrate the condition of society, state, and polity in ancient India.

CO342.2 Summarize the history of Indian Literature, Culture, tradition, and practices.

CO342.3 Compare the philosophy and practices of Indian religions.

CO342.4 Infer about basics of ancient science, management and Indian knowledge system

CO342.5 Explain the Cultural heritage and performing arts.

1. [CO3] Explain Pre-Vedic and Vedic religion.

2. [CO3] Write the five vows or maharatnas of Jainism and explain briefly.
3. [CO3] Write a note on the philosophy of Shankaracharya.
4. [CO3] Explain six system of Indian philosophy.
5. [CO3] Explain the various socio-religious reforms in India during 19th century.
6. [CO3] Explain the six systems of ancient Indian philosophy?
7. [CO3] Give a detailed account of Bhakti Movement and Sufi Movement in India. How
these play important role in social harmony?
8. [CO3] Describe various modern religious practices in our society.
 JSS MAHAVIDYAPEETHA
JSS ACADEMY OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Subject Name: Indian Tradition Culture and Society (KNC 602)
Sem/Section: 6th
Assignment-4

CO342.1 Illustrate the condition of society, state, and polity in ancient India.

CO342.2 Summarize the history of Indian Literature, Culture, tradition, and practices.

CO342.3 Compare the philosophy and practices of Indian religions.

CO342.4 Infer about basics of ancient science, management and Indian knowledge system

CO342.5 Explain the Cultural heritage and performing arts.

Q.1. What was the contribution of Aryabhatta in Astronomy?

Q.2. Discuss the metallurgy capabilities of the people of the Ancient India.
Q.3. Define the term „technology‟ in relation to humanity‟s early stages. Mention
Harappan technologies of ancient India.
Q.4 Write a short note on: Trade in ancient India.
Q.5 Write a short note on: India‟s dominance up to precolonial times.
 JSS MAHAVIDYAPEETHA
JSS ACADEMY OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Subject Name: Indian Tradition Culture and Society (KNC 602)
Sem/Section: 6th
Assignment-5

CO342.1 Illustrate the condition of society, state, and polity in ancient India.

CO342.2 Summarize the history of Indian Literature, Culture, tradition, and practices.

CO342.3 Compare the philosophy and practices of Indian religions.

CO342.4 Infer about basics of ancient science, management and Indian knowledge system

CO342.5 Explain the Cultural heritage and performing arts.

Q.1. Throw light on the evolution of Indian cinema.

Q.2. What are the different types of architecture found in India? Write a short note on major cave architectures
in India?
Q.3. Write a short note on the following Indian classical dance forms;
a. Mohiniyattam
b. Bharatanatyam
c. Kuchipudi
d. Kathakali

Q.4 Write short note on religious diversity in Indian society.

Q.5 Explain various modes through which Indian culture spread abroad.