UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2022

Regarding Sangam literature in ancient South India, which one of the following statements is correct?

  1. Sangam poems have no reference to material culture.
  2. The social classification of Varna was known to Sangam poets.
  3. Sangam poems have no reference to warrior ethic.
  4. Sangam literature refers to magical forces as irrational.

Answer

Correct Answer

The social classification of Varna was known to Sangam poets.

Explanation

Sangam poets were familiar with the social classification of Varna, reflecting Brahmanical social ideas circulating even in the Sangam-era Tamil society, despite the literature's largely secular character.

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