Early Medieval India – Society & Economy

1. Which of the following statements accurately describes the pre-Sultanate period?

  1. There were clusters of small, isolated, and self-contained units that demonstrated an inability to unite and work together toward common objectives.
  2. Feudalism was on the rise in the country.
  3. A rigid caste system existed.

Select the correct answer from the options provided below:

  1. 1
  2. 1 & 2
  3. 1, 2, & 3
  4. 2 & 3
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Answer: Option C. 1, 2, & 3

2. Which practices were present in Indian society before the Muslim invasions?

  1. Slavery
  2. Child Marriage
  3. Sati System
  4. Purdah System
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Answer: Option A. Slavery

3. Which of the following statements are true regarding trade during the pre-Sultanate period?

  1. Growing cities and towns served as key points for the exchange of agricultural products.
  2. A large number of trading centers emerged across the subcontinent.

Choose the correct option from the codes given below:

  1. Neither 1 & 2
  2. Only 1
  3. Only 2
  4. Both 1 & 2
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Answer: Option D. Both 1 & 2

4. Which statements are accurate concerning the period between the eighth and twelfth centuries CE?

  1. This era is often referred to as the pre-Sultanate period.
  2. There was no effective central authority in India.
  3. The period saw the rise and fall of numerous small kingdoms.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. 1 & 2
  2. 1, 2 & 3
  3. 2 & 3
  4. 1 & 3
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Answer: Option B. 1, 2 & 3

5. Which of the following ports were located on the west coast of South India during the ancient or medieval period?

  1. Musiri
  2. Korkai
  3. Tondi
  4. Kaveripattinam

Select the correct answer from the options provided below:

  1. 1 & 2
  2. 2 & 3
  3. 1 & 3
  4. 2 & 4
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Answer: Option C. 1 & 3