During Sangam age trade was common to both the Vaishyas and ________.
A
Brahmanas
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B
Vellalas
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C
Farmers
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D
All of the above
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Solution
The correct option is D Vellalas 1. The Sangam Age was the period of the history of ancient Tamil Nadu and Kerala and parts of Sri Lanka spanning from 6th century BC to 3rd century AD.
2. During Sangam age, trade was common to both the Vaishyas and Vellalas.
3. The Vaishyas were assigned the duties of learning, performing sacrifice, making gifts agriculture, protection of cows and trade.
4. Vellalas were assigned the duties of learning other than the Vedas, making gifts, agriculture, trade and worship.