CBSE Class 12 2025 History 61-1-2 Question Paper Set-2: Download Solutions with Answer Key

Match Column-I with Column-II and choose the correct option from the following:

Column-I & (Ancient Mahajanapadas) & Column-II & (Present Region)

a. & Magadh & I. & Qandhar (Eastern Afghanistan)

b. & Avanti & II. & Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh)

c. & Gandhara & III. & Patna (Bihar)

d. & Koshala & IV. & Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh)
 

• (A) a - III, b - II, c - I, d - IV
• (B) a - IV, b - II, c - I, d - III
• (C) a - III, b - IV, c - I, d - II
• (D) a - II, b - I, c - III, d - IV

Consider the following statements regarding Jainism and choose the correct option:


[I.] The cycle of birth and rebirth is shaped through Karma.
[II.] There is a need to renounce the world.
[III.] Worldly existence is a necessary condition for attaining salvation.
[IV.] Principle of Ahimsa is important.

• (A) I, II and III
• (B) II, III and IV
• (C) I, II and IV
• (D) I, III and IV

Two statements have been given below as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the appropriate answer:


Assertion (A): Buddhism grew rapidly both during the lifetime and after the death of Buddha.

Reason (R): Many people were dissatisfied with existing religious practices and confused by the rapid social changes taking place around them.

• (A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct reasoning of (A).
• (B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct reasoning of (A).
• (C) (A) is true, (R) is untrue.
• (D) (A) is untrue, (R) is true.

Prabhavati Gupta is best known for which of the following roles?

• (A) Wife of Ashoka and Promoter of Buddhist Sangha
• (B) Queen of Mauryan Empire and Promoter of Buddhism
• (C) Wife of Samudragupta and Poet of the Gupta Era
• (D) Daughter of Chandragupta-II and Wife of Vakataka King

Which of the following is correct regarding Harappan script?

• (A) This script was alphabetical.
• (B) It was written from left to right.
• (C) This script has not been deciphered so far.
• (D) This script has a few signs or symbols.

In which of the following sites of Harappan civilization, the terracotta models of plough have been discovered?

• (A) Kalibangan and Dholavira
• (B) Shortughai and Lothal
• (C) Banawali and Cholistan
• (D) Sanghol and Rakhigarhi

The following picture shows the structure of a temple carved out of single piece of rock. Identify this temple correctly from the given options:

• (A) Deogarh Temple
• (B) Kailashnatha Temple
• (C) Mahabalipuram Temple
• (D) Brihideshwara Temple

Which of the following statements regarding Colonel Colin Mackenzie are correct? Choose the correct option:


[I.] The ruins of Hampi were brought to light in 1800 by him.
[II.] He was an official of East India Company.
[III.] He prepared the first survey maps of the site.
[IV.] He received information of Vijayanagara empire from the Duarte Barbosa.

• (A) I, II and III
• (B) II, III and IV
• (C) I, III and IV
• (D) I, II and IV

Match Column-I with Column-II and choose the correct option from the following:


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Column-I (Foreign Travellers) & Column-II (Countries)

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a. Afanasi Nikitin & I. Persia

b. Domingo Paes & II. Russia

c. Abdur-Razzak & III. Portugal

d. Nicolo de Conti & IV. Italy

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• (A) a–III, b–IV, c–I, d–II
• (B) a–II, b–III, c–I, d–IV
• (C) a–I, b–II, c–IV, d–III
• (D) a–II, b–I, c–III, d–IV

In a modern city, a group of friends discusses the relevance of Kabir’s teachings in today’s society. Some believe these are outdated, while others see their significance in promoting equality and love. Which of the following scenario best reflects Kabir’s relevance today?

• (A) A debate on Kabir’s historical context
• (B) A discussion dismissing spirituality irrelevant
• (C) Focus on societal norms and traditions only
• (D) Seeking simple connection with the divine

Which one of the following statements is most appropriate regarding the zamindars of 16^th and 17^th century India?

• (A) The zamindars were the exploitative class for the peasants.
• (B) The zamindars collected revenue on behalf of the state.
• (C) They always maintained cordial relations with the villagers.
• (D) The zamindars had small piece of lands for personal use.

Which of the following is a major source to understand agrarian history of 16^th and 17^th century India?

• (A) Revenue records of Agra \& Delhi
• (B) Relationship between peasants and zamindars
• (C) Important chronicle – the Ain-e-Akbari
• (D) Types of agricultural crops grown at that time

Al-Biruni’s major work ‘Kitab-ul-Hind’ is significant for its comprehensive study of India. Which of the following was the primary aim of this work?

• (A) Promote Islamic teaching
• (B) Map geographical locations
• (C) Critique culture and traditions
• (D) Document Indian culture

Throughout his extensive travels, Ibn Batuta was able to explore unfamiliar cultures and societies. Which of the following competencies did he most likely develop?

• (A) Leadership and Judicial Management
• (B) Cultural Competencies and Skills
• (C) Knowledge of Administration and Army
• (D) Scientific and Technical expertise

Match the Column-I with Column-II and choose the correct option:


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Column-I & (Leadership of the Revolt of 1857) & Column-II & (Regions)

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a. & Shah Mal & I. & Lucknow

b. & Kunwar Singh & II. & Kanpur

c. & Birjis Qadr & III. & Baraut

d. & Nana Sahib & IV. & Arrah

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\end{tabular

• (A) a–II, b–III, c–IV, d–I
• (B) a–III, b–IV, c–I, d–II
• (C) a–III, b–I, c–I, d–IV
• (D) a–IV, b–II, c–III, d–I

Which one of the following was the main cause of the Santhal Rebellion of 1855?

• (A) Imposition of the Summary Settlement
• (B) Cultural suppression by the British
• (C) Imposition of Western education
• (D) Heavy taxes and land annexation

Which one of the following was a key feature of the ‘Subsidiary Alliance’ introduced by Lord Wellesley in 1798?

• (A) Free Trade Policy brought by British
• (B) Maintenance of native army by British
• (C) Imposition of Western Customs by British
• (D) Protection of native territory by British

Arrange the following historical events in a correct chronological order and choose the correct option:


I. Making of the Constituent Assembly

II. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

III. Quit India Movement

IV. Gandhi-Irwin Pact

• (A) II, III, I and IV
• (B) II, IV, III and I
• (C) III, II, I and IV
• (D) IV, III, I and II

Identify the member of the Constituent Assembly with the help of the following information:


He was the President of the Constituent Assembly.
He was the first President of Independent India.

• (A) Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
• (B) Zakir Hussain
• (C) V.V. Giri
• (D) Rajendra Prasad

Which one of the following pair is correctly matched?


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List-I & List-II

(Name of Important Committees of Constituent Assembly) & (Name of President)

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(A) Flag Committee & H.C. Mookerjee

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(B) Union Power Committee & Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru

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(C) Rules of Procedure Committee & S. Varadachariar

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(D) States Committee & J.B. Kripalani

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• (A) Flag Committee – H.C. Mookerjee
• (B) Union Power Committee – Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru
• (C) Rules of Procedure Committee – S. Varadachariar
• (D) States Committee – J.B. Kripalani

Find the odd one out regarding the Permanent Settlement of 1793.

• (A) The Sunset law
• (B) The Burdwan’s Auction
• (C) The Fifth Report
• (D) The Deccan Riots Commission

(a) “Ashokan inscriptions are the most significant sources to understand the administration of Ashoka.” Explain the statement.

(b) “The history of Mauryan empire has been constructed on the variety of sources.” Explain the statement.

“Art historians had to acquire familiarity with Hagiographies of Buddha in order to understand Buddhist sculpture.” Explain the statement in context of Sanchi Stupa.

Analyse the causes that led to the ruin of Vijayanagara empire.

Analyse why was Amaranayaka system considered as a major political innovation of the Vijayanagara empire.

Examine the role of Panchayat in advocating for the rights of common people during the Mughal era.

Examine how art and literature have helped in keeping the memories of 1857 alive.

Describe the views of Gandhiji on the national language of India.

“There were specific features of the familial relationship during the Mahabharata period.” Explain the statement with examples.

“The political power or kingship was rarely dependent on birth as Kshatriyas but also open to anyone who could muster support and resources.” Explain the statement with examples from sixth century BCE onwards.

Explain the beliefs and teachings of Alvars and Nayanars during the Medieval India.

Explain the teachings of Islam.

“The Salt march was the movement that brought Gandhiji to the world attention.” Analyse the statement.

“As a consequence of the Non-Cooperation Movement, the British Raj was shaken to its foundation, for the first time since the revolt of 1857.” Analyse the statement.

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



[(i)] Kalibanga – A mature Harappan site (Located in northern Rajasthan, near the Ghaggar river)
[(ii)] Amravati – A Buddhist site (Located in southeastern Andhra Pradesh)
[(iii)] Amber – A territory under the Mughals (Located near Jaipur, Rajasthan)
[OR] Bijapur – An important town of Medieval India (Located in northern Karnataka)



34.2 On the same outline map, two places have been marked as A and B as the centres of revolt of 1857. Identify them and write their names on the lines drawn near them.