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Weapons and Warfare in Ancient India

Subject: History

Book: NCERT History Class 6

Study of military strategies and weapons.
- **Types of Weapons**:
- Bows, swords, chariots, elephants.
- **War Strategies and Defense Mechanisms**:
- Fortifications, cavalry.
- **Famous Battles and Military Leaders**:
- Chandragupta Maurya, Ashoka.

**Possible Exam Questions:**
1. What were the common weapons used in ancient warfare?
2. How did elephants play a role in battles?
3. Describe the defense mechanisms used by ancient armies.
4. What was the significance of forts in warfare?
5. How did Mauryan rulers maintain military strength?

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