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Q: When defeat was certain, then ____ men had to perform a ritual called 'Shaka' (or 'Shak') which was their final battle from which they could not return.
  • A. Maratha
  • B. Sikh
  • C. Mughal
  • D. Rajpoot
Correct Answer: Option D - Shaka or Saka was a ritual associated with Jauhar in which the men would simultaneously march to their deaths at the hand of enemies. This is associated with Rajput Kingdoms.
D. Shaka or Saka was a ritual associated with Jauhar in which the men would simultaneously march to their deaths at the hand of enemies. This is associated with Rajput Kingdoms.

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Shaka or Saka was a ritual associated with Jauhar in which the men would simultaneously march to their deaths at the hand of enemies. This is associated with Rajput Kingdoms.