Practice Who Could Enter Temples? (7.2.3) - Women, Caste and Reform

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Question 1.
What is caste?
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Think about social classes.
Question 2.
Who were the 'untouchables'?
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Consider whose access to temples was restricted.
3Question 3.
Who could traditionally enter temples in India?
- Anyone
- Upper castes only
- Only 'untouchables'
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Think about the caste hierarchy.
4Question 4.
True or False: 'Untouchables' were allowed to enter temples?
- True
- False
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Remember historical restrictions.
Question 5.
Considering the temple entry movement, formulate arguments that support the need for changes in caste-related practices in modern society.
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What are some professional and ethical viewpoints you could include?
Question 6.
Examine the societal changes that resulted from the temple entry movements led by Ambedkar and other reformers.
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Think about laws or policies that were influenced by these movements.

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