Mention two ideal occupations of Brahmanas according to Dharmashastras.

Define the term patriliny. Give one example.

How was Buddha’s presence shown through symbols? Give two examples.

Describe the position of women with regard to ownership of property in ancient times.

Discuss how access to property sharpened social differences between men and women in ancient times.

What, according to the Dharmashastras, were the ideal occupations for the four varnas? Give one way in which the Brahmanas tried to enforce these norms.

“Brahmanical norms regarding marriage and occupations were not always followed in ancient times.” Give arguments in support of this statement.

Explain why patriliny may have been particularly important among elite families.

Discuss whether kings in early states were invariably Kshatriyas.

Compare and contrast the dharma or norms mentioned in the stories of Drona, Hidimba and Matanga.

In what ways was the Buddhist theory of a social contract different from the Brahmanical view of society derived from the Purusha Sukta?