ICSE Class 7 History & Civics, Unit 4: The Vijayanagar and Bahamani Kingdoms
From the CISCE curriculum. 4 key concepts, about 2 days of study at 20 to 30 minutes a day.
What this unit aims at
‘The Vijayanagar and Bahamani Kingdoms’ theme deals with two of the most prominent kingdoms that existed in South India. Decline and disintegration of the Tughlaq Empire paved the way for the rise of these two Kingdoms. Interesting pedagogies will help children to appreciate the development of art and architecture of the Vijayanagar and the Bahamani Kingdoms. This understanding is critical for our children to feel proud of the rich cultural heritage of our country.
Your child should be able to
- identify the location of the kingdoms
- assess the reasons for the emergence of the Vijayanagar and the Bahamani Kingdoms
- understand and discuss the major achievements of the Kingdoms
- appreciate the architectural legacy left behind
Key concepts in this unit
- Concerns Disintegration of Tughlaq empire – causes
- Rise of the Vijayanagar and the Bahamani
- Kingdoms Case study of Krishandeva Raya Mahamud Gawan – the founder of Bahamani
- Kingdom Achievements, Administration, Art and Architecture – special mention of Hampi and Gol Gumbaz
Teach this unit at home
- A day-by-day plan from the CISCE concepts, so you know what to cover each day.
- A step-by-step script for each day, so you know what to say and ask (AI-written from the CISCE curriculum, so check it against your child's school book).
- A quiz at the end.
From the CISCE Curriculum for Classes I to VIII (2016). CISCE sets what is taught, not the textbooks, so schools use different books and there are no page numbers here. Adhian Gurus is not affiliated with CISCE.