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TECH - CSE
Assignment -3
Semester-6th (Even), Session: 2023-24

KNC-602: Indian Traditions, Cultural and Society

Unit-3 Course Outcome: Co3 Understanding the
Unit-Name: Indian Religion, linkages among social, Cultural and scientific
Philosophy and Practices environment
Date of Distribution: 17/4/2024 Faculty Name: Abhilasha Yadav, Deepali Dubey
Sr. MANDATORY BL
QUESTIONS
1 Explain the meaning of religion. 2

2 Give a detailed account on the religious traditions of Pre- Vedic period. 2

3 Elaborate Vedic religion by explaining its characteristics. 2

4 Give an account of rites and rituals performed in the Vedic religion. 2

5 What was the purpose of Sangha (Buddhist monastery)? How can one obtain the 1
membership of Sangha
6 Briefly describe about the causes of decline in Buddhism. 1

7 Explain the basic principles of Jainism. 2

8 What are the six system of ancient Indian philosophy? 1

Discuss the philosophies given by Indian philosopher Adi Shankracharya. 2

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10 Give various causes of the emergence of non-Vedic cults (Heterodox 2

religious order)
11 Explain the various heterodox sects in ancient India. 2

12 The contribution of Kabir in Bhakti movement was eminent. Explain. 2

13 What was the contribution made by Guru nanak in Bkakti movment? 1

14 2
Highlight the importance of Sufi movement in India.
 15 What are the various philosophical doctrines of ancient India? 1

16 Write a note on the spread of Jainism in India. 1

SUPPLEMENTARY QUESTIONS
1 Mention some of the famous personalities associated with religious and 2
social reform movement of 19th century.
2 Identify some of the common characteristics of religious and social reform 2
movement in 19th century.

3 Mention the modern religious practices in India. 2

REFERENCES

TEXT BOOKS:
Ref. Authors Book Publisher/Press Edition
[ID] Title &Year of
Publication
V. Cultural Heritage of India-
[T1] Bhartiya Vidya Fifth Edition
Sivaramakrishna Course Material
Bhavan
REFERENCE BOOKS:
Ref. Edition
[ID] Authors Book Publisher/Press &Year of
Title Publication
S. Baliyan Indian Art and Culture
[R1] Oxford University 2012
Press
 Modern Physics and
Bhartiya
Vedant
[R2] Swami Vidya Bhavan 2018
Jitatmanand
ONLINE/DIGITALREFERENCES:
Ref.
[ID] Source Source
Name Hyperlink

[D1] NPTEL
https://youtu.be/H4NovYHGWpM?si=Zm00nc39Ipcfc01a
https://youtu.be/nK8jFTxgyPA?si=lJpNbUuLJVN3iUFi

Signature of Faculty: Signature of HOD:

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