What was the role of the 'Suta' in the composition of the Epics?

Sutas were the original composers and reciters of heroic ballads which later evolved into the large-scale epics like the Mahabharata.

Historical Traditions and Social Groups

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: With reference to the cultural history of India, the memorizing of chronicles, dynastic histories and Epic tales was the profession of who of the following?

The memorization of chronicles and dynastic histories was the profession of the Maagadha and Suta. They served as bards and historians in ancient Indian courts.

Exam Year

2016

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ID: ART_MIS_2016_11 Ref: Ancient India by R.S. Sharma

With reference to the cultural history of India, the memorizing of chronicles, dynastic histories and Epic tales was the profession of who of the following?