In ancient times, people living in the Jharkhand area were termed as

The correct answer is: A. Arkhandi

Arkhandi is a term used to refer to the people who lived in the Jharkhand area in ancient times. They were a tribal group who were known for their fierce independence and their resistance to outside rule. The Arkhandi were eventually conquered by the Mughals, but their legacy lives on in the culture and traditions of the people of Jharkhand.

The other options are incorrect. B. Pundarik is a type of flower, C. Asurs are a group of demons in Hindu mythology, and D. Kakkatiyas were a dynasty that ruled over parts of India in the 13th and 14th centuries.