What were the characteristics features of the Varna' system?
Distinguish between the notion of Varna' and 'Jati'.
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1) Characteristics of Varna system-based ancient Indian culture were as follows: Post and prestige were given according to Karma (action) and not on the basis of birth. The position in the society was given on the basis of sacrifice and contribution made unto abiding and spreading Dharma and spirituality.
2) 'Varna' is a division of society based on occupation while 'Jati' is a division that was not restricted to only caste or 'varna' system.
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Some Characteristics of Varna system-based ancient Indian culture were as follows: Post and prestige were given according to Karma (action) and not on the basis of birth. The position in the society was given on the basis of sacrifice and contribution made unto abiding and spreading Dharma and spirituality.
Varna' defines the hereditary roots of a newborn, it indicates the colour, type, order or class of people. Four principal categories are defined: Brahmins (priests, gurus, etc.), Kshatriyas (warriors, kings, administrators, etc.), Vaishyas (agriculturalists, traders, etc., also called Vysyas), and Shudras (labourers).
difference between varana and jati
Varna' is a division of society based on occupation while 'Jati' is a division that was not restricted to only caste or 'varna' system. It is a division based on birth units of Hindu society. There are only four varnas but there are thousand of jatis. ... 'Varna' is an ancient division with origin in the Vedas