Question

Q. With reference to Rig Vedic administration, which one of the following statements is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2 and 3 only

Explanation:

Statements 1 is incorrect: Samiti was a large assembly of all tribal members presided over by the Rajan. Sabha was a small elite gathering of tribal elders.

Statement 2 is correct: Women were allowed to participate in deliberations of the sabha and samiti.

Statement 3 is correct: Vidhatha was a tribal assembly with diverse functions. It refers to a local congregation of people meeting to perform socio-religious rituals and ceremonies for the wellbeing of the settlement.