Question

“Theoretically, the caste can be understood as the combination of two sets of principles.” Name them and define any one.

Answer 1

1. Hereditary occupation - Occupations are inherited from one generation to the next.
2. Social hierarchy - Some castes are placed higher in the social hierarchy, while others are considered lower.

Definition of Hereditary Occupation: Hereditary occupation means that people are born into a particular caste and are expected to follow the traditional occupation linked to that caste. This system limits social mobility and ensures that certain jobs, such as farming, leatherwork, or priesthood, are passed down within the caste from one generation to the next. It is a rigid arrangement that offers very little chance for individuals to change their profession or social status.