Question

Consider the following statements regarding social conditions during the Gupta rule:

1. The system of Sati, Pre - puberty marriages, Widow celibacy were prevalent in the society.

2. There was no Devadasi system in the temples.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 only

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The social conditions of women deteriorated during the Gupta era. The practice of Sati, Pre-puberty marriage, Widow celibacy were present in the then Gupta society.