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Varnas (4 Main Castes) Flashcards

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Varnas

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The 4 main classes (castes) within Hindu society

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1) Brahmins

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Priests , scholars and religious teachers

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2) Kshatriyas

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Rulers , warriors and law makers

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3) vaishyas

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Agriculture and merchants

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4) Shudras

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Labourers and service providers

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Those who do not belong to any of these 4 castes are called…

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Dalits which can also be called “untouchables”

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