Question

(a) Compare and Constrast the features of early
vedic age with later vedie age . long answer ​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Difference Between Early Vedic Period and Later Vedic Period

Early Vedic Period Later Vedic Period

The caste system was flexible and based on profession rather than birth The caste system became more rigid in this period with birth being the main criteria

Answer 2

Answer:

Early Vedic age:

i)The caste system was flexible and based on profession rather than birth

ii)There was no concept of Shudra or untouchables

iii)Women were allowed a greater degree of freedom in this period. They were allowed to participate in the political process of the time to a certain extent

Later vedic age:

i)The caste system became more rigid in this period with birth being the main criteria

ii)Shudras became a mainstay in the Later Vedic period. Their sole function was to serve those of the upper-castes

iii)Women were restricted from their participation in society by being relegated to subordinate and docile roles

Explanation: