Question

List three different sources of history and their significance.

Answer 1

Instructions:
Write about:

• Start with Tadpatras and Bhojpatras.
• Then explain about the inscriptions.
• Last point, cover vessels, ornaments and tools.

Solution:

Tadpatras and Bhojpatras

• Tadpatras and Bhojpatras are manuscripts that are usually written in ​the Pandu script. Bhojpatras are made from the skin of a tree named ‘Bhauj’.These manuscripts can now be found in temples, viharas, libraries, and government museums. They provide us with information about kings, administration and public life in ancient times.​

Inscriptions:

• The inscriptions are writings on stones and metal plates. Important events such as the achievements of kings, writing of orders, and treaties with other states were inscribed on stones or metal plates. They can now be found in ​the archives like the National Archives of India.​

Vessels, Ornaments and tools

• We also get to know a lot about our history from utensils, stone tools, ornaments, old coins and paintings.