Short Questions
1. What is tourism?
Answer : Tourism is travelling to distant places for specific purposes like sightseeing or relaxation.
2. Why did people travel in ancient India?
Answer : People travelled for pilgrimage, festivals, education, or trade.
3. Who was Yuan Shwang?
Answer : A Chinese monk who visited India in 630 C.E. to study and preach.
4. Who is known as the first European traveller?
Answer : Benjamin of Tudela, a Spanish traveller from the 12th century.
5. What did Marco Polo write about?
Answer : He wrote about Asia’s culture, flora, fauna, and trade systems.
6. How long did Ibn Batuta travel?
Answer : Ibn Batuta travelled for 30 years in the 14th century.
7. Who created world maps in the 16th century?
Answer : Gerardus Mercator, a cartographer, created world maps and globes.
8. Who started modern tourism?
Answer : Thomas Cook, by organizing group trips in the 19th century.
9. What is the book Maza Pravas about?
Answer : It describes Vishnubhat Godse’s journey during the 1857 War of Independence.
10. What is local tourism?
Answer : Travelling within one’s own country or state.
11. Why is international tourism easier now?
Answer : Better transport like trains, ships, and planes makes it easier.
12. What is historical tourism?
Answer : Visiting historical sites like forts or monuments to learn about the past.
13. What is religious tourism?
Answer : Travelling to sacred places like temples or pilgrim centres.
14. What is agro-tourism?
Answer : Visiting rural areas to learn about farming and village life.
15. What is sports tourism?
Answer : Travelling to attend sports events like the Olympics or wrestling matches.
16. Why is cleanliness important for tourism?
Answer : Clean tourist sites attract more visitors and improve the country’s image.
17. Name one World Heritage Site in India.
Answer : Taj Mahal in Agra is a World Heritage Site.
18. What are heritage walks?
Answer : Organized tours to explore historical places and learn about their history.
19. What is Bhilar famous for?
Answer : Bhilar is known as the ‘Village of Books’ near Mahabaleshwar.
20. How does tourism help the economy?
Answer : It creates jobs and boosts income from tourist spending on hotels and souvenirs.
Long Questions
1. Why did people travel in ancient IndiaA?
Answer : In ancient India, people travelled for pilgrimage, trade, education, or to attend festivals. Saints like Guru Nanak and Buddhist monks also travelled to spread their teachings.
2. How did Thomas Cook contribute to tourism?
Answer : Thomas Cook organized group train trips in the 19th century, making travel easier. He later started a travel agency, which helped develop modern tourism.
3. What is the importance of historical tourism?
Answer : Historical tourism lets people visit forts and monuments to learn about the past. In Maharashtra, tours to Shivaji Maharaj’s forts are popular for their historical value.
4. How does religious tourism unite people?
Answer : Religious tourism brings people to sacred places like temples or Jyotirlingas, connecting them through shared beliefs. Facilities built by Ahilyabai Holkar made such travel easier.
5. What is agro-tourism and who benefits from it?
Answer : Agro-tourism involves urban people visiting villages to learn about farming. It helps city dwellers understand rural life and supports farmers’ income.
6. Why is it important to preserve heritage sites?
Answer : Preserving heritage sites like Taj Mahal maintains national pride and attracts tourists. Damage from vandalism or dirtiness can harm India’s global image.
7. How does tourism create jobs?
Answer : Tourism creates jobs like guides, hotel staff, and photographers for tourists. Local artisans also earn more by selling handicrafts and food to visitors.
8. What facilities are needed for tourism development?
Answer : Tourists need safe transport, good hotels, clean washrooms, and guides. Special facilities for handicapped tourists make travel easier for everyone.
9. Why is Bhilar a unique tourist spot?
Answer : Bhilar, near Mahabaleshwar, is called the ‘Village of Books’ with libraries in every house. It promotes Marathi literature and attracts readers and tourists.
10. How does Maharashtra support tourism?
Answer : Maharashtra has sites like Ajanta caves, hill stations, and pilgrim centres that attract tourists. The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation provides hotels for over 4000 visitors.
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