WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Kshatriya. Kshatriyas hold the second position in the hierarchy of the Varna system. The Kshatriyas were associated with fighting. They were the Warrior class, who were formed as kings and soldiers.

Detailed explanation-2: -Kshatriya, also spelled Kshattriya or Ksatriya, second highest in ritual status of the four varnas, or social classes, of Hindu India, traditionally the military or ruling class.

Detailed explanation-3: -Kshatriyas: Rulers, administrators or warriors. Vaishyas: Agriculturalists, farmers or merchants. Shudras: Artisans, laborers or servants.

Detailed explanation-4: -Most typical and best known of these groups are the Rajputs, who once formed the many princely houses of Rajasthan (former Rajputana) and neighboring areas. Of course, today most Kshatriyas are landowners or follow urban professions.