[amp_mcq option1=”Gandhary” option2=”Yaksha” option3=”Kinnar” option4=”Shak ” correct=”option1″]
The correct answer is (a) Gandhary.
The prehistoric castes of the Himalayan region are:
- Yaksha: A race of nature spirits or demigods in Hindu mythology. They are often depicted as being half-human and half-animal, and they are said to live in the forests and mountains.
- Kinnar: A race of people who are said to be half-human and half-bird. They are often depicted as being beautiful and graceful, and they are said to live in the mountains and forests.
- Shak: A race of people who are said to be half-human and half-snake. They are often depicted as being powerful and wise, and they are said to live in the mountains and forests.
Gandhary is not a prehistoric caste of the Himalayan region. It is a caste of people who are said to be descended from the Gandharvas, a race of musicians and dancers in Hindu mythology. The Gandharvas are said to live in the heavens, and they are often depicted as being beautiful and handsome.