SSC
INDIAN HISTORY
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600 BCE to 600CE
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500 BCE to 500 CE
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100 BCE to 600 CE
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200 BCE to 200 CE
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Detailed explanation-1: -Manusmriti was composed roughly around 200 CE (Common Era). We know this because it refers to Saka (North West tribes) and Cheen (China) who established contact with India around this time. It also refers to gold coins which, as per archaeological evidence, were first used around this period.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Manusmriti, or Laws of Manu, is an important statement of Hindu law. Attributed to Manu, the progenitor of humanity in Hindu theology, it was compiled in its final form around 200 BCE.
Detailed explanation-3: -Manu-smriti is the popular name of the work, which is officially known as Manava-dharma-shastra. It is attributed to the legendary first man and lawgiver, Manu. The received text dates from circa 100 ce.