HISTORY
ANCIENT INDIA
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
|
|
how to read texts in Sanskrit
|
|
skills for fighting on horseback
|
|
methods for growing different crops
|
|
the rituals and teachings of Buddhism
|
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.