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Religious Sites and Pilgrimage in Ancient India

Subject: History

Book: NCERT History Class 6

Sacred places and spiritual journeys.
- **Famous Religious Centers**:
- Varanasi, Bodh Gaya, Mathura.
- **Pilgrimage and Its Importance**:
- Social and spiritual significance.
- **Spread of Religious Ideas**:
- Influence on neighboring regions.

**Possible Exam Questions:**
1. What were the major religious sites in ancient India?
2. Why was pilgrimage important in ancient times?
3. How did religious centers influence cultural exchange?
4. Describe the significance of Bodh Gaya in Buddhism.
5. What role did Mathura play in Indian history?

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