Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kings, Farmers and Towns

Question:

Which language(s) were sometimes used alongside Sanskrit in later inscriptions (seventh century)?

Options:

Latin and Greek

Tamil and Telugu

Arabic and Persian

Chinese and Japanese

Correct Answer:

Tamil and Telugu

Explanation:

Since ancient times, land grants have been prevalent, and many of these were documented in inscriptions. While some inscriptions were etched on stone, the majority were inscribed on copper plates. These copper plates likely served as official records of the land grants bestowed upon recipients. The surviving records primarily pertain to grants made to religious institutions or Brahmanas. The inscriptions were predominantly written in Sanskrit, though in certain instances, especially from the seventh century onwards, they featured a combination of Sanskrit and a local language like Tamil or Telugu.