Consider the following statement 1 Both the kshatriyas and the vaishyas could perform sacrifices 2 R...........

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Consider the following statement:

1. Both the kshatriyas and the vaishyas could perform sacrifices.

2. Rajagriha (present-day Rajgir) in Bihar was the capital of Magadha for several years.

3. No evidence of punch marked coins in Mahajanapada period.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1 and 2 only

1 and 3 only

2 and 3 only

All of the above

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Explanation:

The first varna was that of the brahmin. Brahmins were expected to study (and teach) the Vedas, perform sacrifices and receive gifts. In the second place were the rulers, also known as kshatriyas. They were expected to fight battles and protect people. Third were the vish or the vaishyas. They were expected to be farmers, herders, and traders. Both the kshatriyas and the vaishyas could perform sacrifices.Last were the shudras, who had to serve the other three groups and could not perform any rituals. Evidences have been found that Some payments were probably made using punch marked coins.