9th Class Social Science Pastoralists in the Modern World Question Bank Short Answer Type Questions - Pastoralists in the Modern World

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    Describe the social organisation of the Maasai's in the pre-colonial times.

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     (a) The Maasai society was divided into social categories: elders and warriors. The elders were the rulers and met in periodically to decide on community affairs and settle disputes amicably. (b) The warriors were the younger people, who were responsible for the protection of the tribe and organised cattle raids. (c) Raiding was important because cattle signified wealth. (d) Young men were recognised as warriors when they helped in raiding the cattle of other groups and participated in wars.


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