Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kings, Farmers and Towns

Question:
Which of the following statement (s) is /are correct about Dharamsutras?
Options:
These are the texts written in Sanskrit.
These were written by Brahmanas.
These laid down norms for rulers (as well as for other social categories), who were ideally expected to be Kshatriyas
All of the above.
Correct Answer:
All of the above.
Explanation:
From c. sixth century BCE onwards, Brahmanas began composing Sanskrit texts known as the Dharmasutras. These laid down norms for rulers (as well as for other social categories), who were ideally expected to be Kshatriyas . Rulers were advised to collect taxes and tribute from cultivators, traders and artisans.