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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1993 GS-I
Question

What is the main source of livelihood of the Aryans in Ancient period?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Farming

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Farming”.
While the early Aryans were primarily pastoralists (relied on cattle rearing), they gradually transitioned to agriculture as they settled down in the Indian subcontinent. Evidence from the Vedic literature suggests that they cultivated wheat, barley, and rice.

Therefore, farming became the predominant source of livelihood for the later Vedic period Aryans.

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