WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The highest caste in the caste system are the ____ They include the priests and the teachers.
A
Kshatriyas
B
Brahmin
C
Sudras
D
Untouchables
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Brahmins held the most power in Hindu society, they were priests, otherwise known as the spiritual and intellectual leaders of the society.

Detailed explanation-2: -Brahmins: The highest and most esteemed caste. These people often hold the job of priest or teacher.

Detailed explanation-3: -At the top of the hierarchy were the Brahmins who were mainly teachers and intellectuals and are believed to have come from Brahma’s head. Then came the Kshatriyas, or the warriors and rulers, supposedly from his arms. The third slot went to the Vaishyas, or the traders, who were created from his thighs.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Brahmins are the caste from which Hindu priests are drawn, and are responsible for teaching and maintaining sacred knowledge. The other major castes, from highest to lowest, are the Kshatriya (warriors and princes), Vaisya (farmers or merchants), and Shudra (servants and sharecroppers).

Detailed explanation-5: -Brahmins: Highest Caste in India In Hindu scripture, Brahmin originated from the head of Purush, so they are at the top of the varna hierarchy. Brahmin consist of priests and teachers.

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