NCERT · Class 7 · Social Science · New Kings and KingdomsWhat was 'Brahmadeya' in the context of medieval Indian kingdoms?
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Brahmadeya was the land gifted to Brahmanas. These lands were exempt from land revenue and other taxes collected by the king, and were looked after by an assembly of prominent Brahmana landowners.
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Option : Land gifted to Brahmanas (Correct Answer)
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Option 1: Tax collected from traders
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Option 3: Army commander
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