Question

6. Which of the following statements are true with respect to Sabha and Samiti mentioned in Rigveda?

i. The Sabha was composed of common people and undertook policy decisions

ii. The Samiti was a select body of the elders or nobles.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

• A. (a) i only
• B. (b) ii only
• C. (c) Both i and ii
• D. (d) Neither i nor ii

Answer 1

The correct option is D (d) Neither i nor ii

Ans 6.D

Explanation:RigVeda mentions two popular assemblies called sabha and samiti which seem to have formed an essential feature of the government it was the samiti, which mainly dealt with policy decisions and political business, included common people.The sabha was less political in character and was a more select body of the Elders or Nobles.