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3. Describe the society and culture of the Ahom tribe.
4. Who was Rani Durgavati? What kind of relationship existed between her and the Mughal emperor Akbar?
5. Write an essay in about 150-200 words on the topic, ‘Tribal culture is an important aspect of India’s cultural
heritage’.

HOTS (Critical Thinking)
Why was it difficult for historians to trace the history of the adivasis?

Skill Based Questions

A. How would you feel if you were a member of the Gond/Ahom community and a constant target of the mighty
Mughals? Write a diary entry penning down your thought on it and also reflect on how you would like to resolve
the situation. (Critical Thinking and Creative Skills)
B. With the help of internet find out about the conditions of the Gonds and the Ahoms today. (Digital Literacy)

Learning by Doing Experiential Learning

Organise a class debate on the topic ‘Nomadic life is better than a sedentary life’. Ensure the participation of each and
every student. Give 2 minutes talking time to each student and allow interjections at the end of the debate session.

Nurture the Values Life Skills
• Based on your understanding of the Gonds from the chapter, design a mascot or symbol for the Gond tribe.
• Organise a class debate on the topic ‘Nomadic life is better than a settled life. Ensure the participation of each
and every student. Give two minutes talking time to each student and allow interjections at the end of the
debate session.

Think Before You Write Cognitive Skills

Find out about present-day government policies towards tribal populations and write a brief note on it.
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