HISTORY
SOCIETY
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Question
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The transformation of the ancient Indian Society into Medieval society was brought about mainly by-
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the increase in the religious activities
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the system of land-grants
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the decline in the position of upper caste
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the decrease in surplus food production
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The central factor that eventually transformed ancient Indian society into a medieval society was the practice of land grants. The brahmanas were granted villages free from taxes which were collected by the king from the villages.
Detailed explanation-2: -The post-Vedic period saw many social changes, including the introduction of Buddhism and Jainism. The caste system became an integral part of Indian social structure between 500 BC and 500 AD. The number of castes increased due to factors such as inter-caste marriage, tribe acceptance into caste hierarchy, and so on.
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