Question

Select the different means by which women contributed to the economy in medieval India:

• A. Women participated in agriculture from sowing to harvest.
• B. Women got married at the appropriate age to empower themselves for decision-making positions.
• C. Women engaged in crafts such as embroidery, weaving and pottery.
• D. Many women took to politics and held administrative positions.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A Women participated in agriculture from sowing to harvest.
C Women engaged in crafts such as embroidery, weaving and pottery.
D Many women took to politics and held administrative positions.

Medieval India held back women through social evil practices like child marriage, sati, and gender inequality. In spite of these, Indian women excelled in the field of agriculture, crafts and administration activities.