UPSC Prelims 2020·GS1·history·ancient history

With reference to the history of India, the terms "kulyavapa" and "dronavapa" denote

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  1. Ameasurement of landCorrect
  2. Bcoins of different monetary value
  3. Cclassification of urban land
  4. Dreligious rituals

Explanation

In the context of ancient Indian history, the terms "kulyavapa" and "dronavapa" refer to units used for the measurement of land. These terms are commonly found in ancient inscriptions and texts, particularly those dealing with land grants and agricultural administration. 'Dronavapa' typically referred to a measure of land that required one 'drona' (a unit of seeds, usually referring to grains) to sow. 'Kulyavapa' was a larger unit, approximately equal to eight 'dronavapas', indicating an area of land that required one 'kulya' (a larger measure of seeds) to sow. These units were crucial for assessing land revenue and agricultural productivity.
history: With reference to the history of India, the terms "kulyavapa" and "dronavapa" denote

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