Chapter: 11. Literary Heritage Of India
Question 1
Which epic does this image represent, and who are the two main figures shown? What significant conversation is happening between these two characters? Where did the war depicted in the background take place? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Question 2
What broad concept of Indian culture does this image visually represent? Name at least two types of literary works that contribute to this heritage, as described in the chapter. Why is it important for a culture to preserve its literary heritage? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Question 3
From which type of Indian literary collections might a story based on this image originate? What is a common characteristic of characters in stories from these collections? What general purpose do such stories serve in India’s literary heritage? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Question 4
Which ancient Indian epic is this scene most likely from? Who are the main characters depicted in this conflict? What key moral value is often portrayed by the heroic figure in this epic? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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