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UPSC PYQPrelims 2022

Civil Services Examination · Question 93

Which one of the following statements about Sangam literature in ancient South India is correct?

  1. Sangam poems are devoid of any reference to material culture.
  2. The social classification of Varna was known to Sangam poets.
  3. Sangam poems have no reference to warrior ethic.
  4. Sangam literature refers to magical forces as irrational.
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Answer: (B) The social classification of Varna was known to Sangam poets.

Explanation

Sangam texts mention varna categories (e.g., brahmanas, arasar). They are rich in material culture and warrior ethic (puram poems) and treat magical forces as real.