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Which of the following is a direct benefit of the Matrik system introduced in 19th‑century Rajasthan?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 7 · Social and Political Life · Women Change the World
  1. a) Women could own property
  2. b) Men had to pay tax
  3. c) Women could vote
  4. d) Schools were built
Answer
a) Women could own property

The correct answer is a) Women could own property — Step 3: Choose option (a) as the correct answer.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Step 1: Understand that the Matrik system granted women the right to inherit and own property.
  2. Step 2: Compare this with the given options. Option (a) states that women could own property, which matches the benefit. Option (b) mentions tax, (c) voting rights, and (d) schools; none of these are primary benefits of the Matrik system.
  3. Step 3: Choose option (a) as the correct answer.
Common mistake: Confusing property rights with voting rights

Concept tested: Matrik system benefits women

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