Question

Which vedic period is better - Early Vedic Age or Later Vedic Age.

Give reason to support your answer.

Answer 1

✔Early vedic period✔

The caste system was flexible and based on profession rather than birth.There was no concept of Shudra or untouchables.

✔Later vedic period✔

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