Social Hierarchy in the Indian Subcontinent
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What was the impact of the rules of varna on society in the subcontinent?

  • Decrease in the gap between rich and poor
  • Increased division between social classes (correct)
  • Promotion of equality and social harmony
  • Elimination of social hierarchy
  • Who accepted the rules of varna as prescribed by the Brahmanas?

  • Rulers of large kingdoms (correct)
  • Religious leaders
  • Peasants and laborers
  • Merchants and traders
  • During the rule of Delhi Sultans and Mughals, what happened to the hierarchy between social classes?

  • It diminished completely
  • It became more balanced
  • It remained unchanged
  • It further grew (correct)
  • Which activity was common among most tribes for obtaining their livelihood?

    <p>Agriculture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common characteristic of tribal groups in relation to land and pastures?

    <p>Communal control (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable feature of some tribes in terms of their movement?

    <p>Nomadic lifestyle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common characteristic of tribal groups in relation to land and pastures?

    <p>They controlled land and pastures jointly, dividing them amongst households according to their own rules (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable feature of some tribes in terms of their movement?

    <p>They were nomadic and moved frequently (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary source of livelihood for many tribes?

    <p>Agriculture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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