Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Bricks, Beads and Bones

Question:

Who were the 'Shamans'?

Options:

Travellers visiting India from the Central Asian region.

Men and Women who claim magical and healing powers.

Traders of South India having strong guild organization.

Tribals of Chhotanagpur region.

Correct Answer:

Men and Women who claim magical and healing powers.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Men and Women who claim magical and healing powers.

Shamans are individuals, both men and women, who assert their possession of magical and healing abilities, alongside their capacity to establish communication with the spiritual realm.