HISTORY
ANCIENT INDIA
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Buddhism
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Detailed explanation-1: -The first three groups, Brahmins, Kshatriyas and Vaishya, have parallels with other Indo-European societies, while the addition of the Shudras is probably a Brahmanical invention from northern India.
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: -(i) The first Varna was that of the Brahmin. Brahmins were expected to study (and teach) the Vedas, perform sacrifices and receive gifts. (ii) In the second place were the rulers, also known as Kshatriyas. They were expected to fight battles and protect people.
Detailed explanation-4: -In the Rig Vedic Period, the society was divided into four classes or varnas. The four varnas were-Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and Shudras.