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Who were the powerful people of the village who collected taxes from the villagers in the name of the king?
Who were the powerful people of the village who collected taxes from the villagers in the name of the king?
- Slaves and workers
- Vellalar
- Gramabhojaka (correct)
- Uzhavar
What were the functions of the Gramabhojaka?
What were the functions of the Gramabhojaka?
- Religious ceremonies, trade negotiations, construction
- Craftsmanship, teaching, healing
- Collecting taxes, functioning as a judge, enforcing the king's law (correct)
- Farming, weaving, carpentry
- Hunting, fishing, gathering
Which craftsmen were present in both villages and cities?
Which craftsmen were present in both villages and cities?
- Goldsmiths, sculptors, masons and painters
- Blacksmiths, weavers, carpenters and potters (correct)
- Bakers, brewers, butchers and millers
- Tailors, shoemakers, jewelers and basket weavers
What was the occupation of Uzhavar?
What was the occupation of Uzhavar?
What did slaves and workers do in the village?
What did slaves and workers do in the village?
Flashcards
Who was the Gramabhojaka?
Who was the Gramabhojaka?
An official in ancient India who collected taxes from villagers on behalf of the king.
What crafts were common in villages and cities?
What crafts were common in villages and cities?
Blacksmiths, weavers, carpenters, and potters were skilled craftspeople who worked both in villages and cities.
What did an Uzhavar do?
What did an Uzhavar do?
Farmers were the primary workers in villages, responsible for growing crops and providing food for the community.
What did slaves and workers do in the village?
What did slaves and workers do in the village?
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What were the duties of the Gramabhojaka?
What were the duties of the Gramabhojaka?
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Study Notes
Village Administration
- The powerful people of the village who collected taxes from the villagers in the name of the king were the samantas and amatyas.
Village Officials
- The Gramabhojaka collected taxes and was responsible for governing the village.
Craftsmen
- Blacksmiths, potters, and weavers were craftsmen present in both villages and cities.
Occupations
- Uzhavar was a farmer or cultivator.
- Slaves and workers in the village were involved in tasks such as agriculture, craft production, and construction.
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Test your understanding of Class 6 History Chapter 8: Vital Villages, Thriving Towns with these NCERT solutions. This quiz covers key concepts and helps reinforce your knowledge.
