Question

Define the term Varna and mention the four Varnas.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Varna system is the social stratification based on the Varna, caste. Four basic categories are defined under this system - Brahmins (priests, teachers, intellectuals), Kshatriyas (warriors, kings, administrators), Vaishyas (agriculturalists, traders, farmers ) and Shudras (workers, labourers, artisans).

Answer 2

Explanation:

Varṇa in the context of Hinduism refers to a social class within a hierarchical caste system. The ideology is epitomized in texts like Manusmriti,which describes and ranks four varnas, and prescribes their occupations, requirements and duties, or Dharma.

Brahmins: Vedic scholars, priests or teachers.

Kshatriyas: Rulers, administrators or warriors.

Vaishyas: Agriculturalists, farmers or merchants.

Shudras: Artisans, laborers or servants.