Question

The custom that did not exist in India, unlike other civilizations was-
(a) Slavery
(b) Casteism
(c) Untouchability

Answer 1

Answer:

Slavery was not prevalent in India unlike other civilizations.

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Answer 2

The ‘custom’ that did not exist in India, unlike other ‘civilizations’ was slavery.

Option: (a)

Explanation:

• Slavery was prevalent during the ancient times and the Mughal period.  

• They were Hindus who were treated as slaves in the armies during the Mughal period.  

• Thereafter many slaves were brought into India from Africa to work in the households.  

• There were Indians who were taken as slaves to different countries.  

• Soon in 1843 slavery was abolished through the ‘Indian Slavery Act, 1843’.