GK
INDIAN CULTURE
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Question
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Vaishya theory states ____ spread
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agriculture
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trading
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shipping
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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 (Sanskrit: , vaiśya) is one of the four varnas of the Hindu social order in ancient India. Vaishyas are classed third in the order of caste hierarchy. The occupation of Vaishyas consists mainly of agriculture, taking care of cattle, trade and other business pursuits.
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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