Question

Describe the major types and important features of indian society in terms of caste and class

Answer 1

TYPES OF DIVISION ON BASIS OF CLASS :---

The four classes were the Brahmins (priestly people), the Kshatriyas (also called Rajanyas, who were rulers, administrators and warriors), the Vaishyas (merchants and tradesmen), and Shudras (artisans, farmers and labouring classes).

FEATURES OF DIVISION ON BASIS OF CLASS :---


1. Segmental Division of Society 

2. Hierarchy

3. Endogamy

4. Hereditary status and occupation

5. Restriction on Food and Drink

6. A Particular Name

7.  The Concept of Purity and Pollution

8. Jati Panchayat

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