CIVILIZATION
INDUS VALLEY
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ultimate religions, leaders
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social classes, castes
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government classes, dictators
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -It is referred to frequently in the ancient Indian texts. The four classes were the Brahmins (priestly people), the Kshatriyas (rulers, administrators and warriors; also called Rajanyas), the Vaishyas (artisans, merchants, tradesmen and farmers), and Shudras (labouring classes).
Detailed explanation-2: -The caste system divides Hindus into four main categories-Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and the Shudras. Many believe that the groups originated from Brahma, the Hindu God of creation.
Detailed explanation-3: -There were four classes in the caste system: Brahmins (priests and scholars), Kshatriyas (kings, governors, and warriors), Vaishyas (cattle herders, agriculturists, artisans, and merchants), and Shudras (laborers and service providers).
Detailed explanation-4: -Social stratification There were four varnas – Brahmanas, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras. This social stratification was based on the occupations of the people and not on birth.
Detailed explanation-5: -caste system When the varnas became further divided, the result was more groups, or castes. The caste system divided Indian society into groups based on a person’s birth, wealth, or occupation.