Question

Castes are not only unequal to each other in ritual terms, but they are also supposed to be complementary and non-competing groups. In other words, each caste has its own place in the system which cannot be taken by any other caste. Since caste is also linked with occupation, the system functions as the social division of labour, except that, in principle, it allows no mobility.

What is not the characteristic of caste?

Options

• Determined by birth

• linked to occupation

• Strict Rules of Marriage

• Freedom to go to another caste at your own discretion

Answer 1

Freedom to go to another caste at your own discretion.