WORLD RELIGIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -The four classes were the Brahmins (priestly people), the Kshatriyas (rulers, administrators and warriors; also called Rajanyas), the Vaishyas (artisans, merchants, tradesmen and farmers), and Shudras (labouring classes).

Detailed explanation-2: -These groups are arranged in hierarchical manner one above the other. The first group, Brahmin, occupies the top position in this hierarchy. The second group is Rajanya (later known as Kshatriyas), third is Vaishya. The Shudras come last in the hierarchy according to the Rigveda.

Detailed explanation-3: -The castes were hereditary, though they were not rigid. They were more accurately a reflection of the interpersonal political relationships, a person is always the follower of another.

Detailed explanation-4: -Under the caste system, which is associated with the Hinduism, people are divided and categoried by their occupation. These jobs became hereditary and were passed down from parents to children. Under the system individuals have no right to change their position, which has locked generations in the same social status.