Which among the following was prevalent in the Indian Society before the Muslim conquest?
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Purdah System
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Child Marriage
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Sati System
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Slavery
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Correct answer
Explanation
Slavery was practiced in ancient Indian society before the Muslim conquest, as mentioned in various historical texts and Manusmriti. The Purdah system became more prevalent after the Muslim conquest. Child Marriage and Sati practices gained prominence later, particularly during the medieval period. Therefore, slavery was the most established institution among these options in pre-Muslim conquest India.