Multiple choice

Different strategies were evolved by the Brahmanas to enforce the social order norms. Which of the following was/were among these strategies?

a. They asserted that 'varna' order was of divine origin. b. The kings were advised by them to ensure that these norms were followed within their kingdom. c. They attempted to persuade people that their status was determined by birth.

  1. only a

  2. only a and b

  3. only b

  4. only b and c

  5. a, b and c

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option as all of the above were the strategies evolved by the Brahmanas to enforce the social order norms.