With reference to the social order during the Satavahanas period, consider the following statements. 1. Satavahanas show traces of a matrilineal social structure indicating that mothers enjoyed much…

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With reference to the social order during the Satavahanas period, consider the following statements. 1. Satavahanas show traces of a matrilineal social structure indicating that mothers enjoyed much importance in their society, which differs from North Indian kingdoms. 2. They were the first rulers to make land grants (tax-free lands) to the Brahmanas. Choose the correct answer:

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Both 1 and 2

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Explanation: Both are correct. Satavahana kings bore metronymics (e.g., Gautamiputra Satakarni), reflecting maternal importance, and they were the earliest Indian rulers to issue tax-free land grants (brahmadeyas) to Brahmanas.

Answer: C. Both 1 and 2

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Answer: C. Both 1 and 2

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