Question

Who was part of the highest social class of New Spain?

Answer 1

New Spain Social Hierarchy

Peninsulars. The Peninsulars possessed the highest rank in the social order of hierarchy in New Spain. ...

Criollos. The Criolloscame second in the social hierarchy after the peninsular and were rich and highly educated. ...

Insulars. ...

Mestizos. ...

Indios. ...

Mulatos and Negros.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The Peninsulars possessed the highest rank in the social order of hierarchy in New Spain. They were the most affluent in the society and also held higher posts in government and other authorities