WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was the Indian name for the varna that included farmers, craftspeople, and merchants?
A
Untouchables
B
Kshatriyas
C
Vaishyas
D
Sudras
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Kshatriyas: Rulers, administrators or warriors. Vaishyas: Agriculturalists, farmers or merchants. Shudras: Artisans, laborers or servants.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vaishya (Sanskrit: , vaiśya) is one of the four varnas of the Hindu social order in ancient India. Vaishyas are classed third in the order of Varna hierarchy. The occupation of Vaishyas consists mainly of agriculture, taking care of cattle, trade and other business pursuits.

Detailed explanation-3: -Kshatriyas: The second caste. These people are often known traditionally as ‘warriors. ‘ They often hold the job of farmer, trader, or merchant.

Detailed explanation-4: -Merchants and producers were called Vaishyas.

Detailed explanation-5: -Shudra, also spelled Sudra, Sanskrit Śūdra, fourth and lowest of the traditional varnas, or social classes, of India, traditionally artisans and labourers.

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