Brahmadeya

Comment on the nature of rural society in the peninsular India?

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Introduction Rural society in peninsular India, particularly during the early medieval and medieval periods, played a central role in shaping the socio-economic and political landscape. The region was marked by agrarian settlements, temple-centered economies, and caste-based social structures. Understanding rural society helps us see how village life, social relations, and power structures functioned in historical […]

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Analyse the significance of Agrahara and Brahmadeya in the expansion of agriculture in South India.

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Introduction During early medieval times in South India, two types of land grants—Agrahara and Brahmadeya—played a crucial role in expanding agriculture. These were donations made by kings or local rulers to Brahmins, often tax-free, and usually located in forested or less-populated regions. These grants not only helped in the spread of Brahmanical culture but also

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