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UGC NET December 2020 History
Which of the following texts allow divorce? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
- 1. Narada Smriti
- 2. Manava Dharmashastra
- 3. Arthashastra
- 4. Yajnavalkya Smriti
A4 only
B1 and 4 only
C1 and 2 only
D3 only ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 3 only — The Arthashastra allows divorce, so the answer is 3 only.
Explanation
★The Arthashastra allows divorce, so the answer is 3 only.
★According to the social law of ancient India, a woman was generally considered a minor.
★Divorce was generally prohibited, although it sometimes took place.
★According to the Arthashastra, however, a wife who had been deserted by her husband could seek a divorce.
★So among these texts the Arthashastra allows divorce.
★Thus the answer is the third statement only.
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