Question

What was the basis of caste in Vedic Period?

Answer 1

Answer:

It is said that the caste system in the Rig Vedic times was based on occupations of the people and not on birth. Change of caste was common. A Brahmin child could become a kshatriya or a vaishya according to his choice and ability. The Rig-Veda speaks of inter-caste marriages.

Answer 2

in the Vedic period castes were divided on the basis of occupation one does

like sweepers and maids were known to be from shudras

and priest and knowledgeable person were known as Brahmins

etc.