Question

Q27. Consider the following statements regarding Jatis and social mobility. (a) Jatis like varna was based on birth. (b) Just like varnas the number of jatis was fixed. (c) Jatis with different occupations sometimes organised into shrines or guilds. Which of the statement(s) above is/are correct? (a) a and b () a and c (c) c only (d) a only ​

Answer 1

correct option is

d. a only

jatis like varna was based on birth

Answer 2

Correct statements.

Explanation:

• Jatis like varna was based on birth,however, while the number of varnas was fixed at four.
• There was no restriction on the number of Jatis.
• A shrine is a holy place or a monument dedicated to someone for example a monument to Mary mother of jesus.
• Guild is an organisation of people who do the same job or have same aim.
• It is an association of craftsman or merchants formed for mutual aid and protection and for the furtherance of their professional interests.