Reason (R) states that ghee was conspicuous and high-priced in the diet of early Tamils. Assertion (A) provides evidence for the widespread use of ghee by both vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets, citing ancient Tamil poets/texts (Ayur Mulankilar and Purattinai Nannaganar, likely referring to Sangam literature poets). The fact that ghee was used freely across different dietary habits and was mentioned in literature indicates its significant presence (conspicuousness) in the diet, supporting the statement in R. While A doesn't directly explain why it was high-priced, its widespread use and mention in literature are evidence of its importance, consistent with it being a valuable commodity.
Consider the following Reason and Assertion and choose the correct answer from the codes given below : Reason (R) : The diet of the early Tamils was not very different from that of modern times. Ghee played a conspicuous part in the diet of all, it fetched a high price. Assertion (A) : Ghee was used freely both by vegetarian and non vegetarian Ayur Mulankilar and Purattinai Nannaganar spoken of the use of ghee.
Asked in TNPSC CS Prelims 2015 · Topic: South India (Chola, Chalukya, Pallava and Sangam Period) (Sangam Society, Economy, and Trade (including Roman connections))
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Answer: A. (R) and (A) are correct, (A) is the correct explanation of (R)
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