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Question
State briefly the change that occurred in the position of the Brahmins in the Later Vedic Age.
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Solution
In the Later Vedic period, Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras became four distinct castes or Varnas. The Brahmins or the priests performed religious rituals. During the Later Vedic Age, the caste system become rigid. The Brahmins enjoyed more privileges. The priests came to be considered as Gods on earth.
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