Understanding History as Subject and It's Necessity — Study Plan
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · History
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Study Plan
Learn the Theory
Read the textbook chapter carefully. Note down definitions, formulas and key ideas. Focus on: 1. Meaning and Origin of History, 2. Scope and Aim of History, 3. Relevance and Power of History.
Practise
Solve the textbook exercises and extra practice questions. There are 45 questions available for this chapter.
Revise & Test
Revise key points without looking at your notes. Take a practice quiz and mark weak areas for another pass.
Spaced Revision
Come back to Understanding History as Subject and It's Necessity after a week. Use flashcards for quick recall and try past exam questions on this chapter.
What to Focus On
- History comes from the Greek word 'Historia' meaning 'inquiry'.
- It is the study of human life in the past, in time and space.
- Herodotus is known as the 'Father of History'.
- History covers all aspects of human life — social, economic, political, and cultural.
- It links the present with the past and helps us understand change over time.
- It helps in decision-making by learning from past experiences.
- History can be used to justify power and control, as seen in colonial times.
- It helps us understand present problems by studying their roots.
- History is used for scientific, political, moral, and ideological purposes.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
History is only about past events like wars and kings, so it has no real use today.
The word 'History' comes from 'His Story', meaning it's only about men and kings.
History is only about remembering facts, so there’s no 'thinking' involved.
Memory Tips
Meaning of 'History' from Greek 'Historia'
Herodotus – Father of History
E.H. Carr’s definition: History is a dialogue between present and past
Scope of History includes human behavior, geography, politics, and time
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