History of the Indian Caste, Religion and Ethnicity: A Historical Analysis

Authors

  • Dr. Krishna Karabari

Keywords:

History, Caste, Society, System, Hindus, Varna, Kashtriyas, Vaishyas and Shudras

Abstract

The caste system divides Hindus into four main categories - Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and the Shudras.
India's caste system is the world's one of the longest existing perpendicular social hierarchies. Caste identity appears
the basis of civilization, tradition and customs in Indian politics. The caste system is underpinned by values of ritual
purity and impurity. The paper highlights a diverse and complex mixture of different religions, cultures, tradition,
rituals, ethnic groups, and social classes. The caste system in India has deep historical roots, with its origins tracing
back over 2,000 years. Indian society stressed on cultural and religious pursuits for their livelihood. The origin of
religious conflicts in India is often ascribed to the advent of Muslims to this country.

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Published

2018-05-19

How to Cite

Dr. Krishna Karabari. (2018). History of the Indian Caste, Religion and Ethnicity: A Historical Analysis. Eduzone: International Peer Reviewed/Refereed Multidisciplinary Journal, 7(1), 143–145. Retrieved from https://eduzonejournal.com/index.php/eiprmj/article/view/720