Question

Which of the populations were not influenced by the Brahmanical ideas of Varna order during the

Mahabharata Period ? Explain with three examples.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The Brahmanas evolved two or three strategies for enforcing these norms. One was to assert that the Varna order was of divine origin. Second, they advised kings to ensure that these norms were followed within their kingdoms. And third, they attempted to persuade people that their status was determined by birthBrahmanas developed a sharper social divide by suggesting the ideal occupations of the four varnas in society. For e.g. They classified certain social categories as 'untouchables'. Those who considered themselves as pure avoided taking food from those designated as 'untouchables'

Answer 2

The populations uninfluenced by the Brahmanical ideas of Varna order during Mahabharata Period were referred to as Nishada.

• Since ancient times, there have been various historical societies whose social traditions were unaffected by the Brahmani ideas due to the cultural diversity of the Indian sub-continent.  
• These individuals included forest-dwellers for whom hunting and gathering remained a significant means of subsistence in some instances.  
• Specific categories like Nishada are notable instance of this. In historical Sanskrit texts, these prominent individuals are sometimes identified as strange, uncivilized and sometimes even those representing an animal.