Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kinship, Caste and Class

Question:

Which of the following statements is incorrect in reference to Manusmiriti?

Options:

The paternal estate was to be divided equally amongst sons after the death of the parents.

Women could claim a share of these resources.

Women were allowed to retain the gifts they received on the occasion of their marriage as stridhana

All of the above

Correct Answer:

Women could claim a share of these resources.

Explanation:

According to the Manusmriti, the paternal estate was to be divided equally amongst sons after the death of the parents, with a special share for the eldest. Women could not claim a share of these resources. However, women were allowed to retain the gifts they received on the occasion of their marriage as stridhana (literally, a woman’s wealth).