The caste system is a hierarchical social structure based on birth, in which individuals are assigned into different castes and sub-castes. The highest caste, the Brahmins, are considered to be the most pure and spiritual, while the lowest caste, the Dalits, are considered to be the most impure and menial. This results in social inequality because individuals born into lower castes are subjected to discrimination and limited opportunities, such as restricted access to education and jobs. They also face societal exclusion and stigma.
The caste system is a social structure found in certain societies, notably in South Asia. It is characterized by a hierarchical division of society into different castes or social groups, with each caste having specific rights, responsibilities, and occupations. The system is based on the belief in the concept of karma, which suggests that a person's caste is determined by their actions in their past lives. This rigid system results in social inequality as individuals are born into their caste and cannot change it, impacting their access to opportunities, resources, and social standing. Discrimination, limited mobility, and limited educational and employment opportunities further perpetuate social inequality within the caste system.
The caste system is a social hierarchy prevalent in Hindu societies, primarily in India. It is divided into four main varnas or social classes: the Brahmins (priests and scholars), Kshatriyas (warriors and rulers), Vaishyas (merchants and farmers), and Shudras (laborers and servants). Below these varnas are the Dalits, who are considered the lowest in the social order. This system results in social inequality as it assigns individuals and their descendants to predetermined social positions and limits their opportunities for social mobility, education, and economic advancement. Discrimination and exclusion based on caste result in lower access to resources, limited job opportunities, and restricted social interactions, perpetuating social inequalities.
