Question Answers For All Chapters – History Class 7
Solutions
Exercise
1. Find it from the chapter
1. Grave dangers in the life of Shivaji Maharaj:
- Shivaji Maharaj faced many dangers, including the meeting with Afzal Khan, the siege of Panhala, the attack on Shaista Khan, and his escape from Agra.
2. They risked their lives at the time of Maharaj’s escape from Agra:
- Hiroji Farzand and Madari Meheter risked their lives to help Shivaji Maharaj escape from Agra.
3. What warning did Shivaji Maharaj issue to the Deshmukh of Rohida Valley?
- Shivaji Maharaj warned the Deshmukh to protect the ryot (farmers) and shift them to safe places during enemy invasions.
4. What inspiration can future generations draw from the life of Shivaji Maharaj?
- Future generations can learn bravery, leadership, tolerance, justice, and the value of freedom from Shivaji Maharaj.
2. Write about it in your own words
1. What warning did Shivaji Maharaj issue to his soldiers to avoid any loss to the ryot?
- He strictly ordered soldiers not to loot farmers, destroy crops, or take their food. He cared for the welfare of his people.
2. How do we know that the religious policy of Shivaji Maharaj was that of tolerance?
- He had Muslim officers in his army, protected mosques, and ordered soldiers not to harm religious sites or the Quran.
3. Explain Shivaji Maharaj’s policy regarding the army.
- Shivaji Maharaj’s army had strict discipline. Soldiers were paid in cash, captured enemy soldiers were treated fairly, and the families of dead soldiers were supported.
3. Give one word for
1. An important officer in the navy of Swaraj:
- Daulat Khan
2. A Tamil poet who composed a poem on Shivaji Maharaj:
- Subramania Bharati
3. He created an independent kingdom in Bundelkhand:
- Chhatrasal
4. He composed a Powada on the greatness of Shivaji Maharaj:
- Mahatma Jotirao Phule
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