Define Indian Knowledge System and explain its importance in engineering education
[3 marks]Describe the methodological approaches used for studying ancient Indian engineering practices
[4 marks]Discuss the engineering innovations and water management systems of the Indus Valley Civilization with suitable examples
[7 marks]Explain the contributions of Vedic and Post-Vedic periods toward civil and architectural engineering
[3 marks]Describe the technological advancements achieved during the Gupta period and their influence on modern Indian architecture
[4 marks]Analyze the socio-political factors that shaped irrigation and water management systems during the Chola and Delhi Sultanate periods
[7 marks]Evaluate the role of fort and temple architecture during the Medieval Period as symbols of technological and cultural excellence
[7 marks]Explain the impact of British rule on the transformation of Indian engineering education
[3 marks]Discuss the establishment and contribution of Thomason College of Civil Engineering (Roorkee) to modern civil engineering in India
[4 marks]Evaluate the engineering achievements and national development projects undertaken in post-independence India
[7 marks]Write a short note on the evolution of Public Sector Enterprises in India’s industrialization
[3 marks]Analyze the technological innovations in India’s space and nuclear programs since independence
[4 marks]Examine the significance of Sir M. Visvesvaraya’s contributions toward India’s industrial and infrastructural development Page 1 of
[2 marks]List major challenges faced by Indian engineers in the 21st century
[3 marks]Discuss the impact of AI, IoT, and robotics on the future of Indian engineering and smart city initiatives
[4 marks]Critically assess India’s advancements in green and sustainable engineering with reference to renewable energy technologies
[7 marks]What is “Public Sector Engineering Enterprise”? Give two examples and their major achievements
[3 marks]Evaluate how HAL and DRDO exemplify India’s technological progress in aeronautical and defense engineering
[4 marks]Propose engineering strategies to address climate change and sustainability challenges in Indian infrastructure
[7 marks]How has the modernization of the manufacturing sector improved India’s global competitiveness?
[3 marks]Explain the interrelationship between industrial automation, materials engineering, and sustainability
[4 marks]Critically evaluate the relevance of India’s indigenous knowledge systems in promoting “Atmanirbhar Bharat” and “Make in India” initiatives.
[7 marks]Mention any three key features of India’s “Make in India” initiative relevant to engineers
[3 marks]Examine how indigenous knowledge can help reduce dependency on imported technologies
[4 marks]Suggest sustainable engineering models that integrate traditional wisdom with modern innovation for the next decade Page 2 of
[2 marks]