INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

SANGAM AGE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following does not testify to the impact of Aryan culture on the Sangam Age?
A
The worship of the forest tree and animal deities
B
Incorporation of Sanskrit ideas into Sangam literature
C
The anxiety to connect the local dynasties with the events of Mahabharata
D
The concept of marriage as a sacrament attended with rituals
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Likewise, there was anxiety to connect to local dynasties with the events of Mahabharata. Thus option c is the answer.

Detailed explanation-2: -Agriculture was the chief occupation where rice was the most common crop. The handicraft included weaving, metal works and carpentry, ship building and making of ornaments using beads, stones and ivory. These were in great demand in the internal and external trade that was at its peak during the Sangam period.

Detailed explanation-3: -In the Sangam Age, the Tamil people had a common language and Culture . The people in these region were called Vettuvar and Kuravar . Hunting was their primary occupation . They also cultivated fruits and vegetables and gathered honey .

Detailed explanation-4: -Statement b is correct. The social classification of varna was known to Sangam poets. There is mention of the Arashar (kings), Vaishiyar (traders), and Velalar (farmers).

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