How did the 'Sabha' differ from the 'Samiti' in the political structure of the Early Vedic society?

Options:

  • A: The Sabha was a general assembly of the entire tribe, whereas the Samiti was a smaller body of elders and elites.
  • B: The Sabha was a judicial and advisory body of select elders and elites, while the Samiti was a larger folk assembly dealing with tribal policy and electing the king.
  • C: The Sabha was exclusively for women (Sabhāvatī), whereas the Samiti was strictly restricted to male warriors.
  • D: The Sabha dealt only with religious sacrifices, while the Samiti was responsible for military campaigns and cattle raids.

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