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MHI-08 : HISTORY OF ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT IN INDIA

June, 2013

Maximum Marks : 100 (Weightage 70%)

Time : 3 hours

Note : Answer any five questions in about 500 words each. Select atleast two from each section. All questions carry equal marks. SECTION-A 1.

Discuss the characteristics of Nature-Human 20 Interface on the Indian subcontinent on the basis of available archaeological and historical material.

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Examine the nature and differences in the 20 resource-use practices of pre-agricultural and early agricultural societies in India.

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Write an essay on nomadic pastoralism in India. 20

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Examine the environmental condition and state 20 of agriculture in Indus Valley.

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Give details of the forms of energy and historical 20 patterns of energy consumption in human societies.

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Discuss the status of forest resources and forest

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conservation practices in ancient India.

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Examine the traditional Indian view regarding

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conservation of environment.

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Write a note on Colonial Environmental agenda.

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Give brief accounts of (250 words each) :

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Discuss the nature and impact of Chipko Movement.

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