WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What happened as a result of outlawing the caste system in India in 1949?
A
a revival of traditional Hindu rituals and ceremonies
B
a renewal of tensions among the many ethnic groups of India
C
a mass movement of the population from rural to urban areas
D
an increase in educational opportunities for India’s poorest people
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Caste System of India. Caste not only dictates one’s occupation, but dietary habits and interaction with members of other castes as well. Members of a high caste enjoy more wealth and opportunities while members of a low caste perform menial jobs. Outside of the caste system are the Untouchables.

Detailed explanation-2: -The introduction of social reform movements such as Brahmo Samaj, PrarthanaSamaj, etc. played a major role in weakening caste hierarchy and its functioning mainly related to diminishing the inequalities in the society. 3. The growth in literacy and education of people also decreases the influence of caste hierarchy.

Detailed explanation-3: -Modern education: Industrialization: Urbanization: Modern means of transport and communication: Increase in the importance of wealth: The new legal system: Sanskritization: Westernization: More items

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