Question

Which of the following statements is not true about slavery?

• A. Slaves migrated from the villages to major cities as cooks, weavers, and leather craftsmen.
• B. Slaves were sold in markets to perform various tasks for their owners.
• C. Slaves served in the King's palace.
• D. Medieval rulers used war detainees as slaves in the city.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Slaves migrated from the villages to major cities as cooks, weavers, and leather craftsmen.

Slaves were usually assigned household chores. Although slavery was rarely practised in India, most of them were war detainees or imported from Africa.