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The group outside the caste system are the untouchables they are'nt considered part of the caste system
the indian caste system has 4 levels. The Brahmans (priests), the Kshatriya (warriors and landowners), the Vaishya (merchants and artists), and the Shudra (farmers). The untouchables are a group outside of the caste system, but are still considered part of it. They do all of the unwanted jobs.
The strict caste system the Brahmin's were in the upper most part of their social class and the untouchables or the outcasts were in the lower most part of their social class. The untouchables were treated like dirt and never spoken to by anyone outside of their caste.
People tend to cling to their religious beliefs, and the caste system is a long established part of Hinduism. It is also true that people of high caste are usually quite happy to benefit from the caste system, at the expense of people of lower caste. It is very similar to the aristocratic system which once dominated European society. Those who benefit from the system, fight to perpetuate it.
Yes, Bhatnagar belongs to General Caste. They are considered to be the part of upper section in Hindu Caste system. Bhatnagars are Kayasthas. As per the ancient texts Kayasthas have a dual caste system, they are Brahmins as well as Kshatriyas.
Estaban, who was born into a family with power and is now considered part of the highest group based on his ascribed status
The caste system in Hinduism divides society into four main categories: Brahmins (priests and scholars), Kshatriyas (warriors and rulers), Vaishyas (merchants and farmers), and Shudras (laborers). Beyond these four main categories are the Dalits or untouchables, who historically faced discrimination and social exclusion. While the caste system is not as rigid as it used to be, its lingering effects can still be seen in some aspects of Indian society.
There is no reason to think that Gupta kings did not believe in caste system. They were hindus, and caste system was a part of the Hindu social structure.
The caste system in India traditionally divides society into hierarchical groups based on occupation and social status.
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She was opposed to the cleaning of the latrines because she deemed it the work of the Untouchables, who were considered the lowest class of the social hierarchy in India, while she herself was part of the highest class of the social hierarchy. Gandhi, however, let her know that no work was beneath them and he promoted equality amongst all Indians, regardless of the caste system.