WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Someone from the Brahim caste in ancient Indian society would find it MOST important to know
A
how to read texts in Sanskrit
B
skills for fighting on horseback
C
methods for growing different crops
D
the rituals and teachings of Buddhism
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The traditional occupation of Brahmins is that of priesthood at Hindu temples or at socio-religious ceremonies, and rite of passage rituals such as solemnising a wedding with hymns and prayers. Traditionally, Brahmins are accorded the highest ritual status of the four social classes.

Detailed explanation-2: -The caste system divides Hindus into four main categories-Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and the Shudras. Many believe that the groups originated from Brahma, the Hindu God of creation.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Bhagavata Purana has been among the most celebrated and popular text in the Puranic genre.

Detailed explanation-4: -The segregation of people based on their Varna was intended to decongest the responsibilities of one’s life, preserve the purity of a caste, and establish eternal order. This would pre-resolve and avoid all forms of disputes originating from conflicts within business and encroachment on respective duties.

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