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Muslims in India. He started a college at Aligarh, which later became

the Aligarh Muslim University.

Ramabai Ranade was a well-known social reformer in Maharashtra. She

devoted her life to educate women and get them a place of respect in the
society. She started the Poona Sewa Sadan to help women and orphans.

Great Kings and Rulers

Many kings and rulers have worked for the welfare and progress of

people. Their aim was to develop a healthy society, so that people could
live in peace. Some of them are Emperor Ashoka, Emperor Akbar and
Krishna Deva Raya.

Emperor Ashoka wanted to become the greatest conqueror.
But, after winning the Battle of Kalinga, he gave up fighting.

He became a Buddhist. He spread Buddhism by carving
his teachings on rocks and pillars. He led a simple life and

worked for the welfare of people living near and far.

Akbar was a Mughal Emperor. He appointed nine scholars,

called navratnas, in his court. They helped him to rule for the Emperor Ashoka
welfare of people. Akbar was fond of art, music and literature.

Krishna Deva Raya was the king of Vijayanagar in South India. He was
a learned man and wrote many books and poems in the Telugu language.

He encouraged arts and crafts in his kingdom. He built temples at Hampi
(Karnataka). He constructed water tanks, and buildings. He encouraged

trade for the prosperity of people.

• Critical thinking
Tick () the correct statement.

1. The Vedas are the holy books of the (Christians/Hindus).
2. The concept, ‘Live and Let Live’ was given by (Lord Buddha/Lord Mahavira).
3. Guru Nanak Dev founded the (Sikh/Parsi) religion.
4. Raja Rammohan Roy fought against (corruption/sati system).
5. The Battle of Kalinga changed the course of the life of Emperor (Ashoka/Akbar).

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