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 Learner’s Diary – Class VIII History

Chapter 2: Reshaping India’s Political Map 

1. What I learnt from this chapter

I learnt that during the medieval period from 11th to 17th century, India’s political map changed due to foreign invasions, rise of new dynasties like Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagara and Bahmani kingdoms, and arrival of Europeans.  

2. What I found challenging 

I found it challenging to remember all the dates in the timeline and understand the difference between how ‘medieval’ period is used for Europe vs India.  

3. What I found interesting from this chapter

I found it interesting to see how Indian society adapted during invasions and how new kingdoms like Vijayanagara and Mewar were established even during political instability.  

Learner’s Diary – Class VIII Geography

Chapter 1: Natural Resources and Their Use

1. What I learnt from this chapter

I learnt that natural resources are gifts of nature and we must use them wisely  by reducing waste, reusing and replenishing them.  

2. What I found challenging

I found it challenging to understand how the distribution of natural resources affects different aspects of life and the economy

3. What I found interesting from this chapter 

I found it interesting to see real examples like the microhydel plant using flowing water and offshore oil rigs extracting petroleum, and how nature itself is the best recycler.