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The Caste System in India
Sociology · Class 12 · Social Institutions: Continuity and Change · 2.º Período

The Caste System in India

A historical and contemporary analysis of the caste system, including varna, jati, and the impact of colonialism. Explores how caste continues to shape social identity and mobility.

CBSE Learning OutcomesCBSE.SOC.12.2.1NCERT.SOC.12.2.A

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A historical and contemporary analysis of the caste system, including varna, jati, and the impact of colonialism. Explores how caste continues to shape social identity and mobility.

Key Questions

  1. How did colonialism alter the caste system?
  2. What is the difference between varna and jati?
  3. In what ways does caste function in contemporary India?