In Brahmadeya villages under the Pallavas, which caste predominantly managed the local Sabha assemblies?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Brahmanas
Explanation:
· Brahmadeya were tax-free land grants given to Brahmanas during the Pallava period.
· These villages were managed by Sabhas, powerful assemblies dominated mainly by Brahmana landholders.
· Sabhas handled administration, taxation, irrigation, justice and village planning.
Information Booster:
· Pallava rule flourished between 6th to 9th century CE in Tamil Nadu.
· One of the most detailed records of Sabha functioning comes from the Uthiramerur inscriptions.
Additional Knowledge:
· Ur: village assemblies of common people.
· Nagaram: merchant assembly.