Did the Rig Vedic period offer better status for women?

Yes, in the Early Vedic period, women participated in tribal assemblies (Sabha/Samiti) and had higher relative status compared to later ages.

Ancient Social Structure

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Exam Year

1994

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ID: ANC_HIS_PMPG_1994_62 Ref: A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India by Upinder Singh

During which age, did women enjoy equality with men?

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Correct Option: D

Women did not enjoy equality with men during the Gupta, Mauryan, or Chola periods. In these eras, they were generally subordinate to men and lacked equal political and social rights.