Question

With reference to the society, explain:

a. The social structure of early Vedic period.

b. The changes occurred during later Vedic period.

c. What was the economic life of early Aryans?​

Answer 1

Answer:

1)By around 1000 BCE, the Indo-Aryans developed four main caste distinctions: Brahamin, consisting of priests, scholars, and teachers; Kshatriyas, the kings, governors, and warriors; Vaishyas, comprising agriculturists, artisans, and merchants; and Sudras, the service providers and artisans who were originally non-Aryans ...

2)Three important changes that took plac eint eh society from Early to later Vedic Period were: ... The caste system in the Early Vedic period was not rigid but it became rigid in the later Vedic Period. Gurukul system of education prevailed in the Early Vedic period but it became more elaborate in the Later Vedic Period.

3)The main occupation of the people was cattle rearing and their wealth was measured in number of cattle. They practiced agriculture by clearing the forests. Metals used were copper, iron and bronze. Few people worked as goldsmith, potters, spinners and carpenters.

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