In the later Vedic period, Brahmins gained more importance because of the complicated rituals. Which of the following is true in this respect?

Status of women became less restrictive during this period.

Towards the end of the later Vedic period rules were made that prohibited the study of Vedas by women and Vaishyas.

Gargi and Maitreyi were counted among scholars and philosophers of the period.

Marriages by the choice of the couples were not performed and child marriages also took place.

The Brahmins and the Vaishyas became the dominant classes in the society.