Q. The term “Banjaras” was associated with which of the following?

[A] Traders

[B] Farmers

[C] Hunters & Gatherers

[D] Spies

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: The Banjaras were the most important trader-nomads. Their caravan was called tanda.

  • Sultan Alauddin Khalji used the Banjaras to transport grain to the city markets.
  • Emperor Jahangir wrote in his memoirs that the Banjaras carried grain on their bullocks from different areas and sold it in towns.
  • They transported food grain for the Mughal army during military campaigns. With a large army there could be 100,000 bullocks carrying grain.

Source: NCERT

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