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UPSC CSE 2020 · PYQ · Ancient India · medium

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

Answer

The correct answer is C: measurement of land. Kulyavapa and dronavapa were units used for measurement of land in ancient India, mentioned particularly in Gupta period inscriptions.

  1. A.coins of different monetary value
  2. B.religious rituals
  3. C.measurement of land✓ Correct
  4. D.classification of urban land

Explanation

Kulyavapa and dronavapa were units used for measurement of land in ancient India, mentioned particularly in Gupta period inscriptions.
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