Class7 Social Studies Chapter5 QA

Class 7 Social Studies – Exploring Society: India and Beyond

Chapter 5: The Rise of Empires

1 Mark Questions and Answers

1. What is an empire?
   An empire is a large territory ruled by a powerful ruler.

2. Name one early Indian empire.
   The Maurya Empire.

3. Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?
   Chandragupta Maurya.

4. Who was the most famous Mauryan ruler?
   Ashoka.

5. What was the capital of the Maurya Empire?
   Pataliputra.

2 Mark Questions and Answers

1. What helped in the rise of empires in India?
   Strong rulers, organised armies, good administration, and control over resources helped in the rise of empires.

2. Who was Ashoka?
   Ashoka was a powerful Mauryan ruler who ruled a large empire and later followed Buddhism.

3. What was the importance of Pataliputra?
   Pataliputra was the capital of the Maurya Empire and an important centre of administration.

4. What is meant by administration?
   Administration means the system of governing and managing an empire.

5 Mark Questions and Answers

1. Explain how empires were different from kingdoms.

Empires were much larger than kingdoms and ruled over many regions and people.
They had strong rulers and well-organised armies.
Empires followed a central system of administration.
Officials were appointed to manage different areas.
Empires controlled trade, resources, and laws more effectively than small kingdoms.

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2. Describe the Maurya Empire.

The Maurya Empire was one of the earliest and largest empires in India.
It was founded by Chandragupta Maurya.
The capital was Pataliputra.
The empire had a strong army and good administration.
Under Ashoka, the empire reached its greatest extent.

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3. Write a short note on Ashoka.

Ashoka was one of the greatest rulers of the Maurya Empire.
After the Kalinga War, he was deeply affected by violence.
He adopted Buddhism and followed peace and non-violence.
He spread his ideas through inscriptions and pillars.
Ashoka worked for the welfare of his people.

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4. How did the rise of empires affect people’s lives?

The rise of empires brought peace and stability.
Trade and communication improved.
People followed common laws and administration.
Roads and cities developed.
The empire helped in cultural and economic growth.