Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Peasants, Zamindars and the State

Question:

Which community in Bihar was comparable to slaves?

Options:

Halalkhoran

Mallahzadas

Majur

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Mallahzadas

Explanation:

In Muslim communities menials like the halalkhoran (scavengers) were housed outside the boundaries of the village; similarly the mallahzadas (literally, sons of boatmen) in Bihar were comparable to slaves.