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: -While kings claimed to be kshatriya, some kings came from non-kshatriya origins. After the Mahajanapada period, most of the prominent royal dynasties in northern India were not kshatriyas. The Nanda Empire, whose rulers were stated to be shudras, destroyed many kshatriya lineages.

Detailed explanation-3: -There were four classes in the caste system: Brahmins (priests and scholars), Kshatriyas (kings, governors, and warriors), Vaishyas (cattle herders, agriculturists, artisans, and merchants), and Shudras (laborers and service providers).

Detailed explanation-4: -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-5: -It is notable that several key figures in Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism were Kshatriyas, indicating the power and prestige that this group once held in ancient Indian society. Indeed, the famous religious leaders Gautama Buddha and Mahavira (as well as Lord Rama and Lord Krishna) all belonged to this social order.

Detailed explanation-6: -The Kurmi are thought to be descended from some of the early Aryan settlers in India and are Kshatriyas (warrior caste) who converted to farming. In India, the Kurmi is regarded as the dominant caste in agriculture. Kurmi is related to karmi, derived from the word “karma” (action or merit).