In the early Vedic Society, the head of the family was known by what name?

Correct option is D

The Correct Answer is D.

• In early Vedic society, the head of a family was called the Kulapati. 
• The Kulapati was usually the oldest male member of the family. Other male members of the family were called co-parceners. 

Here are some other people and positions in early Vedic society: 

• Gramani: The head of a village
• Vispati: The head of a Vish, which was an organization of villages
• Madhyamasi: A judge
• Bhagadugha: A revenue collector
• Purohita: The chief priest
• Vrajapati: An officer who led the heads of fighting hordes into battle
• Jivagribha: A police officer
• Palagala: A messenger
• Gopati: The chief or king, who was also known as the protector of cattle
• Rajana: The chief of a tribe, who was also known as the protector of the tribe and its cattle wealth