Multiple choice

Rajput age was a dark age for India's masses. Which of the following statements is/are incorrect in this context?

(a) People were fleeced to raise resources for palaces and temples. (b) Slaves and prisoners were engaged for their construction. (c) Secret cells of temples were crammed with gold, silver and other treasures. (d) The kings indulged in all types of pomp and luxury, and quarrelled over wealth and women. (e) Only the Brahmins were the upright class.

  1. Only (a)

  2. Only (b)

  3. Both (c) and (d)

  4. Only (e)
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rajputs were extremely fond of raising huge palaces and temples, thereby fleecing the common man for raising the requisite resources. Slaves and prisoners were infused/employed for construction purpose. Secret cells of temples treasured huge wealth and ornaments. Hundreds of dancing girls with all temptations of music and decoration served in the temples to satiate the vices of the priest craft.

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