Caste System in India

Madigas of Andhra Pradesh were the only community making shoes in the region during British rule.

Mahars of Maharashtra were primarily known for their agricultural skills during British rule.

The reformers in India during the nineteenth century did not recognize the significance of the lower castes in society.

Under British rule, some outcaste communities were able to improve their economic conditions by finding jobs in education institutions.

The demand for leather shoes increased in India during British rule, benefiting communities like Madigas who were skilled in shoemaking.

Upper-caste people were allowed to have physical contact with the antouchables according to Hindu taw book suple fr Smriti.

Antouchables were allowed access to public wells and public transport during the British rule.

British laws introduced during their rule applied differently to people of different castes.

British economic policies led to widespread industrialization in India.

Western education under British rule was solely based on caste for employment opportunities.

Western education introduced Indians to conservative ideas and did not contribute to social reform.