Q. With reference to society and religion during the Mauryan period, consider the following statements:
1.Mauryan society was divided into seven hereditary occupational groups.
2.Intermarriage between different occupational groups was strictly prohibited.
3.Bindusara is known to have supported the Ajivika sect.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Megasthenes mentioned that Indian society under the Mauryas was divided into seven hereditary groups based on occupation.
- Intermarriage between these groups was not permitted, as per Greek accounts.
- Bindusara was a patron of the Ajivika sect, a heterodox religious tradition.
Source: NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)
