NCERT Solutions for Class 7 History Chapter 7 The Making of Regional Cultures

Regional cultures today are often the product of complex processes of intermixing local traditions with ideas from other parts of the subcontinent. Some traditions appear specific to some regions, while others seem to be similar across regions. Yet others derive from older practices in a particular area but take a new form in other regions. Students can explore more about Chapter 7 of CBSE Class 7 History. 

1. Match the following.

Anantavarman	Kerala
Jagannatha	Bengal
Mahodayapuram	Orissa
Lilatilakam	Kangra
Mangalakavya	Puri
Miniature	Kerala

Answer:

Anantavarman	Orissa
Jagannatha	Puri
Mahodayapuram	Kerala
Lilatilakam	Kerala
Mangalakavya	Bengal
Miniature	Kangra

2. What is Manipravalam? Name a book written in that language.

Answer: Manipravalam means “diamonds and corals”, referring to the two languages – Sanskrit and the regional language. A book written in Manipravalam is Lilatilakam, which deals with grammar and poetics.

3. Who were the major patrons of Kathak?

Answer: Kathak began evolving into a distinct mode of dance in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries with the spread of the Bhakti movement. The legends of Radha-Krishna were enacted in folk plays called Rasa Lila, which combined folk dance with the basic gestures of the Kathak storytellers. Under the Mughal emperors and their nobles, Kathak was performed in the court, where it acquired its present features and developed into a form of dance with a distinctive style. Subsequently, it developed in two traditions or gharanas: one in the courts of Rajasthan (Jaipur) and the other in Lucknow. Under the patronage of Wajid Ali Shah, the last Nawab of Awadh, it grew into a major art form.

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4. What are the important architectural features of the temples of Bengal?

Answer:  Architectural features of the temples of Bengal:

1. Double roofed or dochala, four roofed (chauchala).
2. Comparative more complex roofed structures-four triangular roofs placed on four walls moved up to coverage on a curved line or a point.
3. Built on a square platform.
4. Interior plain.
5. Outer walls are decorated with paintings, ornamental tiles or terracotta tablets.

5. Why did minstrels proclaim the achievements of heroes?

Answer: From about the eighth century, most of the present-day state of Rajasthan was ruled by various Rajput families. Stories about Rajput heroes were recorded in poems and songs, which were recited by specially trained minstrels. These preserved the memories of heroes and were expected to inspire others to follow their example. Ordinary people were also attracted by these stories – which often depicted dramatic situations and a range of strong emotions – loyalty, friendship, love, valour, anger, etc.

6. Why did conquerors try to control the temple of Jagannatha at Puri?

Answer: The temple of Jagannatha at Puri gained importance as a centre of pilgrimage. Its authority in social and political matters also increased. Hence, conquerors tried to establish control over the temple. They felt that this would make their rule acceptable to the local people.

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7. Why were temples built in Bengal?

Answer:  Temples were built in Bengal for the following reasons:

1. Increase in religious faith.
2. Mosques had already been built.
3. Powerful people wanted to demonstrate their power and proclaim their piety.
4. ‘Low’ people also participated in the temple building.
5. New economic opportunities for people also helped in temple setting up.
6. Support of Brahmanas to get idols placed in temples from huts.