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Keerthana Sundara Vadivel

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There are four major ancient civilizations in the world which are known to have links with the present day modern civilizations. These are as follows:

Name of the Civilization

Location

Mesopotamia

West Asia

Egypt

West Asia

Indus valley

South Asia

China

East Asia

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Keerthana Sundara Vadivel

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Yes, one can become an anthropologist after completing a course in History.

Both Anthropology and history share some similarities in curriculum and areas of focus.

Many people become anthropologists after pursuing a degree in History.

The candidates must note that, it is important for them to pursue a course in anthropology to get better job prospects in the field.

Field work, research and internships often prove to be useful for candidates to get into the field of anthropology.

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Keerthana Sundara Vadivel

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History and Archaeology are closely linked subjects. However, there are some major differences between the two.

Candidates can refer to the table below to understand the difference between History and Archaeology:

History

Archaeology

History as a field is based on authentic facts.

Whereas, Archaeology is not authentic.

History is not a cross discipline.

Archaeology is a cross discipline.

History can be supported by written records.

Archaeology is not concerned with written records.

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Keerthana Sundara Vadivel

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Given below are some colleges that offer ancient history courses at low fees:

College Name

Total Tuition Fee (in INR)

Visva Nehru University

432

Jagat Taran Girls Degree College

1,800

Visva Bharati University

2,400 – 2,520

Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University

2,400

PRSU - Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University

3,520

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Suraj Kumar karn

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CUET passing marks for DU can be anywhere between 400-500 score obtained in CUET exam. But top ranked DU affiliated colleges such as Hindu College, Sri Ram College of Commerce, Miranda House, and Lady Shri Ram College for Women accept a score above 700 in CUET.BA History Hons admission is offered to candidates who have secured a minimum aggregate score of 45% in the qualifying examination.The merit will be based on the CUET scores obtained from the above mentioned combination of subjects. Since General Test is not a compulsory requirement for admission to your desired course it should not affect your score

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Aayushi Madavi

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The exact weightage of European History is not disclosed by the university. However, based on observation only a few questions are asked from this topic. Indian History dominates the CUCAT question paper for MA History. 

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Khushi Soni

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With a history degree, you can pursue careers in education, museums, archives, heritage sites, and media. Common roles include historian, museum curator, archivist, and heritage manager. Additionally, your skills in research and writing can be valuable in public relations, journalism, and non-profit organizations.

While some history-related jobs might not be high-paying initially, the degree offers a broad range of career options. You may need to be open to different roles and consider additional skills or qualifications to enhance your job prospects.

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Khushi Soni

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Yes, according to NEP you have to give CUET for seeking admission in B.A History in LSR.

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Khushi Soni

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With a 50% score in Class 12, you may still have several options for pursuing a BA in History as Universities have their own entrance exam, While top-tier colleges might have higher cut-offs, there are other reputable institutions with more accessible entry requirements. Some options include:

  1. Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi - Known for its diverse academic offerings and may have lower cut-off marks.

  2. Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh - Offers a range of programs with varying entry requirements.

  3. University of Mumbai, Mumbai - Includes several colleges with diverse cut-offs.

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Khushi Soni

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Several colleges in India are renowned for their BA History programs. Some of the best include:

  1. Delhi University - Particularly St. Stephen's College and Delhi College of Arts and Commerce (DCAC) are well-regarded.

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi - Known for its strong emphasis on research and history.

  3. University of Calcutta, Kolkata - Offers a comprehensive BA History programme with a solid academic reputation.

  4. Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi - Known for its rich academic environment and history department.

  5. Presidency University, Kolkata - Offers a rigorous history curriculum with an emphasis on research.

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