Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kinship, Caste and Class

Question:

Which of the following is NOT a mode of acquisition of wealth by a woman as per Manusmriti?

Options:

Work

Investment

Purchase

All of these

Correct Answer:

All of these

Explanation:

For women, there are six means of acquiring wealth: what was given in front of the fire (marriage) or the bridal procession, or as a token of affection, and what she got from her brother, mother or father. She could also acquire wealth through any subsequent gift and whatever her affectionate husband might give her.