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What was the status of women in the Mauryan Empire?
What was the status of women in the Mauryan Empire?
- They held equal political and social status as men.
- They were predominantly involved in trade and commerce.
- They were the primary decision-makers in family matters.
- They had limited rights and were mainly confined to domestic roles. (correct)
How were women positioned in the Gupta Empire?
How were women positioned in the Gupta Empire?
- They had some educational and artistic opportunities but were still subordinate to men. (correct)
- They were not involved in any form of public activities.
- They held superior political and social status compared to men.
- They were the main rulers of the empire.
What was a common feature of the position of women in both the Mauryan and Gupta empires?
What was a common feature of the position of women in both the Mauryan and Gupta empires?
- They were the primary decision-makers in economic matters.
- They held higher social status than men.
- They had equal rights in inheritance and property ownership.
- They faced restrictions in participating in political affairs. (correct)
What was the status of women in the Mauryan Empire?
What was the status of women in the Mauryan Empire?
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What was the role of women in the Gupta Empire?
What was the role of women in the Gupta Empire?
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How did the status of women in the Mauryan and Gupta Empires compare?
How did the status of women in the Mauryan and Gupta Empires compare?
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