Practice Social Differences: Within And Beyond The Framework Of Caste (3.3) - KINSHIP, CASTE AND CLASS EARLY SOCIETIES (с. 600 BCE-600 CЕ)

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Question 1.
What are the four main varnas in the caste system?
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Think of the roles these groups played in society.
Question 2.
Define patriliny.
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It starts with 'p' for paternal.
3Question 3.
How many main categories are there in the caste system?
- Three
- Four
- Five
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Remember the roles associated with each category.
4Question 4.
The jati system allows for what?
- True
- False
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Think about subcategories within castes.
Question 5.
Analyze the character of Ekalavya in the context of the caste system. How does his narrative reflect the possibility of social mobility?
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Explore how his status influenced his actions.
Question 6.
Critically assess how the overarching themes in the Mahabharata address the challenges of the caste system.
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Look at key events that represent these themes.

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