WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The second Varna in the social hierarchy are the Kshatriyas who are the rulers and warriors of the society. Their job was to “Protect, administer, and promote material welfare within the society” (Nigosian 136).

Detailed explanation-2: -In the Panchavimsha Brahmana (13, 4, 7), the Rajanya are placed first, followed by Brahmana then Vaishya. In Shatapatha Brahmana 13.8. 3.11, the Rajanya are placed second.

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: -Brahmins: Vedic scholars, priests or teachers.

Detailed explanation-5: -Kshatriyas (Warriors, Police, and Administrators) To protect the citizens from harm, especially women, children, cows, brahmanas, and the elderly. To ensure that the citizens perform their prescribed duties and advance spiritually.

Detailed explanation-6: -These Varnas described the occupation of the people. Brahmins became the priests or gurus. The Kshatriyas became the warriors, Vaishyas became merchants or traders, and Shudras became peasants and labourers.