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Q: Who classified Indian society into seven classes?
  • A. Megasthenes
  • B. Arian
  • C. Strabo
  • D. Pliny
Correct Answer: Option A - The references of Megathenes throw light on the social and political condition of the Mauryan period. According to him, the Indian society was divided 7 castes which were philosopher, farmer, shepherd, trader, warrior, overseer and councilor.
A. The references of Megathenes throw light on the social and political condition of the Mauryan period. According to him, the Indian society was divided 7 castes which were philosopher, farmer, shepherd, trader, warrior, overseer and councilor.

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The references of Megathenes throw light on the social and political condition of the Mauryan period. According to him, the Indian society was divided 7 castes which were philosopher, farmer, shepherd, trader, warrior, overseer and councilor.