Multiple choice

How did the family structure of Tamil differ from the family structure in Northern India?

  1. They were patriarchal

  2. They were matriarchal.

  3. they were Hindus

  4. they were Buddhist
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B Correct answer
Explanation

While Northern Indian society was predominantly patriarchal, meaning families were headed by the eldest male, many Tamil groups in Southern India were matriarchal, with property and family lineage traced through the mother.

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