Q. Consider the following statements about Vedic age:
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
A
1 only
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B
2 only
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C
Both 1 and 2
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is C
Both 1 and 2 Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The emergence of a four-fold varna system (1st reference in the Pururshukta hymn of Rig Veda) based on birth is a feature of later Vedic age.
Statement 2 is correct: Democratic elements in early Vedic age were Elected chiefs, assemblies, the entire tribe as an army.