In the context of the history of India, consider the following pairs:

Term: Description

  1. Eripatti: Land, revenue from which was set apart for the maintenance of the village tank
  2. Taniyurs: Villages donated to a single Brahmin or a group of Brahmins
  3. Ghatikas: Colleges generally attached to the temples

Which of the pairs given above correctly matched?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2016 Prelims]

(a) 1 and 2

(b) 3 only

(c) 2 and 3

(d) 1 and 3


Answer: (d)

Explanation:

  • Statement 1: Eripatti refers to the land donated by individuals, specifically allocated for the upkeep of the village tank. This means that statement 1 is correct.
  • Statement 2: Taniyurs were not extensive revenue units under the Chola dynasty; they were actually large villages. Therefore, statement 2 is incorrect.
  • Statement 3: Ghatikas were educational institutions associated with temples, providing knowledge in various fields, including religion. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.

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