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What was the role of Brahmans in the caste system?
What was the role of Brahmans in the caste system?
- Performed tasks like cleaning drains and toilets
- Most privileged caste (correct)
- Made leather goods
- Most underprivileged caste
Why were intercaste marriage and dining prohibited in the caste system?
Why were intercaste marriage and dining prohibited in the caste system?
- To promote cultural exchange
- To encourage unity among different castes
- To maintain social hierarchy (correct)
- To foster economic growth
What were some of the tasks performed by the outcastes in society?
What were some of the tasks performed by the outcastes in society?
- Working as doctors
- Leading religious ceremonies
- Teaching in schools
- Sweeping roads (correct)
What restricted a person from changing their social status in the caste system?
What restricted a person from changing their social status in the caste system?
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Why did people fear exclusion from their caste in the caste system?
Why did people fear exclusion from their caste in the caste system?
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