Ancient History PYQ 95 of 208 · Mauryan Empire

In how many categories did Megasthenes divide the Indian society?

  1. AFour
  2. BFive
  3. CSix
  4. DSeven

46th BPSC (Pre) 2003

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Correct answer: (d) Seven

Explanation

Seven, in the Indica: philosophers, farmers, herders, artisans and traders, warriors, inspectors, and councillors. He records no slavery in India.

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