Feudalism in Ancient India
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How did samantas gain power and wealth in the seventh century subcontinent?

  • By conquering neighboring territories
  • By declaring themselves maha-samantas and maha-mandaleshvara (correct)
  • By marrying into royal families
  • By engaging in religious activities

    • What did the samantas in the seventh century subcontinent do for their overlords?

  • Establish their own kingdoms and declare independence
  • Bring gifts, be present at courts, and provide military support (correct)
  • Engage in trade and commerce
  • Collect taxes and enforce laws

    • What title did powerful samantas sometimes declare themselves to be in the seventh century subcontinent?

  • Vibhuti-samantas
  • Maha-samantas (correct)
  • Raja-samantas
  • Shreshta-samantas

    • What did the maha-samantas sometimes do in relation to their overlords?

    <p>Assert their independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the expectation from the big landlords or warrior chiefs towards their kings or overlords in the seventh century subcontinent?

    <p>Bring gifts, be present at courts, and provide military support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the term 'maha-mandaleshvara' refer to in the context of the seventh century subcontinent?

    <p>The great lord of a 'circle' or region</p> Signup and view all the answers

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