UPSC History The Gupta Empire Question Bank Ancient History

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    Consider the following statements regarding the social structure of Vedic period:
    1. There was no sign of 'Varna system in Rig Vedic age.
    2. The Vedic household was patriarchal and patrilineal.
    3. Daughters had property right.
    4. Post Vedic period is differentiated into four Varna.
    Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

    A)  1, 2 and 4 only            

    B)  1 and 2 only

    C)  1, 3 and 4 only            

    D)  1 and 3 only

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     Varna system was seen in Rig Vedic age in Purusha sukta of 10th Mandala. Daughters had no property right.


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