E.O.U.
A EXAMINATION, 2025-26
Grade:VII A CAIE Date : 00-07-24
Subject : SOCIAL SCIENCE Time : Mins
I. Choose the correct option.
1. Why is Hampi considered a place of eminence?
a) It was a Buddhist site b) It was the capital of Vijayanagara Empire
c) It was a colonial port d) It had the first railway station
2. Chandni Chowk was built during the reign of:
a) Babur b) Shah Jahan c) Akbar d) Jahangir
3. Which of these cities is famous for maritime spice trade during medieval times?
a) Bhopal b) Varanasi c) Kochi d) Jaipur
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II. Case based questions
4. Chandni Chowk, located in Old Delhi, was designed during the Mughal reign by Jahanara Begum,
daughter of ShahJahan. It was a grand market with canals running through the center, lit by moonlight –
hence the name“Moonlight Square. Over the centuries, it remained a busy trade center for textiles,
perfumes, and jewelry. It is a living example of how localities can retain heritage while adapting to
change. Today, it has modern shops but still reflects the charm of the Mughal era in its architecture and
layout.
Q1. Who designed Chandni Chowk?
Q2. Why was it called “Moonlight Square”?
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III. Match the Following
5.
Column A Column B
i. Stone Chariot a) Spice trade and colonial influences
ii. Kochi b) Archaeological source
Iii. Artifact c) Iconic monument in Hampi
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IV. Picture based questions:
Q1. Identify the place shown in the image
Q2. Name any one unique feature of the architecture seen in this place.
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