With respect to ancient Indian History, consider the following statements.
1. During the mahajanapadhas period, there was a reference to land ownership and tenancy Rights of various kinds.
2. The mahajanapadhas period witnessed increased craft specialization indicating increasing trade and commerce.

Consider the following statements regarding external invasions.
1. Kharosthi script was brought into India by Iranian scribes.
2. Punch-marked coins in India continued in India as a result of contact with Iran.
3. The bell-shaped capital of Ashoka was influenced by Iranian models.
4. The union of Indian rulers gave stiff resistance to Iranian invasions in the Northwest.

Match the following Mahajanapadhas with their capitals.
1. Vatsa A. Champa
2. Anga B. Sravasti
3. Kosala C. Viratanagara.
4. Matsya D. Kaushambi

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Consider the following statements regarding Mauryan architecture.
1. Each pillar is made by joining multiple pieces of sandstone.
2. The capitals were devoid of sculptures, giving them a simplistic appearance.

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Consider the following statements about the CARICOM
1. CARICOM is the oldest surviving integration movement in the developing world.
2. All members are relatively small in population and size and diverse in geography, population, culture, and levels of economic and social development levels.
3. The members will have voting based on their size or economic status.