GK
INDIAN CULTURE
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Question
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‘Indian culture, beliefs and practices was spread by merchants.’ What is the name of this theory?
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Kshatriya Theory
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Vaishya Theory
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Brahmin Theory
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Vaishyas were commoners, not servile groups. Their role lay in productive labour, in agricultural and pastoral tasks, and in trading. Their way of life demanded study, sacrifice, and the giving of alms.
Detailed explanation-2: -Vaishya is the third Varna represented by agriculturalists, traders, money lenders, and those involved in commerce. Vaishyas are also the twice-born and go to the Brahmins’ ashram to learn the rules of a virtuous life and to refrain from intentional or accidental misconduct.
Detailed explanation-3: -Within the Vaisya caste there are subcastes of bakers, sheepherders, cowherders, agriculturalists, musicians, metal workers, and as well as traders and businessmen.
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