GS I (Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century) (Static+Analytical = Duplex)

Discuss the social conditions in the Era of Mauryan Empire. Examine the position of women and revival of fourfold division of caste.

Demand-

Static question which requires to write on social conditions of people caste, marriages etc. It also demands to analyze the position of women and changes in caste system

 Approach-

– State the social conditions of people with the reference to various philosophers, inscriptions etc (4 marks)

– Position of women shall be analyzed comparing past position. Whether improved or deteriorated? (3 marks)

– Analyze Fourfold system of caste and changes happened (3 marks)