WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is true about the Aryans? Select all that apply.
A
They were nomads who looked for pastures and water for cattle.
B
They were expert horse riders and raided villages for food.
C
They remained separate from the descendants of the Indus Valley people.
D
They were an ethnic group wit an advanced language.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In contrast to the city-dwelling Harappans, the Aryans were nomads who raised livestock, rode chariots, and loved to gamble. They lived in simple homes. They grouped in clans, and herded sheep and goats. They were ruled by warrior chiefs called rajas.

Detailed explanation-2: -One of the primary differences was that Aryan culture prided military prowess, while Harappan culture did not place much emphasis on that at all, and in fact had a very weak military. Bravery and military values were central to Aryan culture, and these values were described in the Vedas.

Detailed explanation-3: -What do ancient Indian epics reveal about Aryan life? belief about the immortality of the soul and the importance of duty, ideal women remained loyal and obedient to her husband. How did geography influence early Chinese civilization?

Detailed explanation-4: -The Mahabharata is India’s greatest epic. Through its nearly 100, 000 verses, we hear echoes of the battles that rival Aryan tribes fought to gain control of the Ganges region.

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