The relationship between gender and caste is a significant area of sociological inquiry, particularly in the context of Indian society. Gender and caste are not separate systems of social inequality; rather, they intersect and influence each other in shaping the experiences, identities, and opportunities of individuals. The caste system regulates social relations, while gender norms determine the roles and status of men and women. Their interaction creates complex forms of social hierarchy and discrimination. In India, caste has historically been a system of social stratification based on birth, occupation, and notions of purity and pollution. Gender relations are deeply connected with the maintenance of caste boundaries. Sociologists have argued that control over women’s sexuality and marriage practices has been central to preserving caste identity. Endogamy, or marriage within one’s caste group, is maintained through regulating women’s choices and restricting inter-caste relationships. Thus, women’s bodies and reproductive roles become important sites for the