Question

Name any two archaeological sources of History.
(A) Monuments
(B) Inscriptions
(C) Both A and B
(D) None of these

Answer 1

Hint: Archaeological sources are the pieces of evidence and information that depict us about the ancient history for which there is no written record or document available. They provide us with useful information about our forefathers and their style of living. All this past information was studied by a person who is known as an archaeologist.

Complete answer:
The various archaeological sources include wall paintings, pieces of broken pot, old coins, buildings, writings, clay, metal, and many more. But apart from all these sources, the two main sources are:
Monuments: Buildings of historical importance are called monuments. They tell us about the time they belong. They inform us about the social life, religious beliefs, the culture and the knowledge of the people and about the period in which the monuments were built. Temples, forts, palaces, stupas, and monasteries make the past come alive. These are the important parts which help us in getting closer to our ancient history. These monuments are the contemplation of our ancestors. They tell us about the lifestyle of our forefathers, about how they used to live. Monuments and buildings inform us everything in detail about everything.
Inscriptions: These are the written records engraved on rocks, cave walls, metal pillars, walls of temples and palaces, and on clay and copper tablets. In Early times, kings got the important events in their reign and their achievements were inscribed on the walls so that people could read them. These Inscriptions provide us with the most valid proof of ancient times. There are a lot of examples from history about which we came to know from the inscriptions. Some of which are Ashoka-The Great, Mughals, Indus Valley Civilisation, and many more.
So, the correct answer is Option C.

Note: Archaeological sources are the direct pieces of evidence and they cannot be changed or altered by human beings. Temples are the most important part of monuments which tell us clearly about the mindset of ancient peoples. Also, the first Inscription that was ever founded was of Indus Valley Civilisation.