chapter 5 class 6 cbse

What does the term 'janapada' literally mean?

• A king's palace

• The land where the jana set its foot and settled down

• The capital city of a mahajanapada

What is the name of the special type of pottery found in janapada settlements?

• Black and Red Ware

• Grey Polished Ware

• Painted Grey Ware

What distinguished mahajanapadas from janapadas?

• They were ruled by elected leaders

• They were more important and had fortified cities

• They were all located near rivers

Why were forts likely built around the capital cities of mahajanapadas?

• • To protect against attacks from other kings

• • To show the wealth and power of the ruler

• To control the land and people inside the fortified area more easily

• All of the above

Which of the following sites was NOT excavated by archaeologists in janapada settlements?

• • Purana Qila in Delhi

• Hastinapura near Meerut

• Sanchi in Madhya Pradesh

• Atranjikhera near Etah