Nomadic and Settled Communities

The rules of varna, as prescribed by the Brahmanas, divided society according to social hierarchy and were accepted by the rulers of large kingdoms.

Under the Delhi Sultans and the Mughals, the hierarchy between social classes grew further, increasing the difference between the high and low, and between the rich and poor.

New arts, crafts, and production activities flourished in towns and villages, leading to important political, social, and economic developments.

<p>Beyond big cities, there were many societies in the subcontinent that did not follow the rules of varna and had different kinds of social organization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Different kinds of societies evolved differently in the subcontinent, leading to varied social changes, and it is important to understand how and why this happened.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An artificial enclosure for keeping small house plants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fill one-fourth of a big jar with soil, press it well, put a thin layer of humus on top, plant the largest plants first, arrange the smaller ones around them, spray with water, and close the jar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sun's heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It condenses and forms clouds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rain, snow, or sleet.</p> Signup and view all the answers