Multiple choice

Who were the Vellelas of the Sangam period?

  1. The ruling class

  2. The rich peasants who held civil and military offices.

  3. The feudatories of Cheras

  4. The lowest class which carried out agricultural operations.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Vellalas were the wealthy landowning class in Sangam society, often holding significant civil and military positions.

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