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In the Aryan society kshatriyas were the __________.

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Priests
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Traders
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Farmers
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Warriors
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Solution

The correct option is D Warriors
In the Aryan society kshatriyas were the warriors or soldiers. They are the second highest in ritual status of the four varnas, other being Brahmins, Vaishyas and Shudras. Traditionally, the kshatriya constituted the ruling and military elite. Their role was to protect society by fighting in wartime and governing in peacetime.

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