Question

Which among the following options explains most accurately that brahmins were very influential in the medieval period?

• A. They provided kings with soldiers.
• B. They collected the taxes from people.
• C. They were well worsed with sanskrit and highly respected by people.
• D. They were very strong and fought wars.

Answer 1

The correct option is C They were well worsed with sanskrit and highly respected by people.

The brahmins were held in high regard due to their knowledge of sanskrit. They became a dominant group in the medieval period . And because of this, even rulers had to become patrons of the brahmins to have their prestige and powers maintained. This made them very influential in the medieval era.