Q. Which of the following characterizes the settlement pattern and rural administration in the Early Vedic Age?
1.Rigvedic society was predominantly rural, with an absence of planned urban cities.
2.The Gramani acted as the village headman, exercising both civil and military duties.
Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below:
Answer: C
Notes:
Detailed Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Unlike the preceding Indus Valley Civilization, the Early Vedic people lived in fortified villages or pastoral settlements (Grama) and lacked planned urban centers.
- Statement 2 is correct: The Gramani was the head of the village unit (Grama), leading the village militia in times of war and managing civil administrative functions.
