Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kings, Farmers and Towns

Question:

The agrahara system played a significant role in strengthening the social position of which of the following groups in ancient India?

Options:

Foreign settlers and immigrants

Artisans and craftsmen

Hereditary rulers and kings

Brahmanas and priests

Correct Answer:

Brahmanas and priests

Explanation:

An agrahara referred to land bestowed upon a Brahmana, providing them with special privileges. Typically, Brahmanas were exempted from paying land revenue and other dues to the king. Instead, they were granted the authority to collect these dues directly from the local population.