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According to Chola inscriptions, which type of land was granted to Brahmanas?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Vellanvagai
  2. Brahmadeya
  3. Shalabhoga
  4. Devadana

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Brahmadeya

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. Brahmadeya šŸ“š Explanation: During the Chola period, 'Brahmadeya' was a tax-free land gift given specifically to Brahmanas. These lands were often managed by an assembly of Brahmana landholders called the Sabha. Other land types included 'Vellanvagai' for non-Brahmana peasants and 'Shalabhoga' for school maintenance. This system helped in the expansion of settled agriculture and Brahmanical culture.