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Medieval Trade & Economy
Question No. 93Interactive Test Mode
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Q93. Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally.

Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally.

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Correct Answer: Option (D) — Traders

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The Banjaras were traditional nomadic merchant-caravan traders who transported bulk goods, primarily food grains, salt, and supplies on pack bullocks over vast distances. Alauddin Khalji utilized them to supply grains to Delhi's markets, and Jahangir noted their extensive grain-trading caravans (Tandas).

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Terminology link: 'Tanda' refers to the caravan/settlement of Banjaras who functioned as the primary bulk transport traders of pre-modern India.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2016 (Q93)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicMedieval History → Medieval Trade & Economy
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — Traders

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2016 Q93

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2016 GS Paper I Question 93 (Medieval History)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2016 Medieval History (Medieval Trade & Economy) question is Option (D): "Traders". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Medieval History" and micro-topic "Medieval Trade & Economy". You can explore all repeated questions from Medieval Trade & Economy in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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Terminology link: 'Tanda' refers to the caravan/settlement of Banjaras who functioned as the primary bulk transport traders of premodern India.

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