IGNOU BPSM 162 2025 - Distinguish between caste and class as forms of social identity in Ind

Question

Distinguish between caste and class as forms of social identity in India.

16 Feb 2026

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Caste and class are two significant forms of social identity in India, each shaping individual experiences, social interactions, and access to resources, yet they differ in their origins, rigidity, and social implications. Caste is a traditional system rooted in the Hindu social order, historically defined by occupation, ritual purity, and hereditary membership. It is hierarchical and largely immutable, meaning individuals are born into a caste and typically cannot change it. The caste system emphasizes endogamy, social segregation, and a sense of collective identity based on ancestry and religious norms. Caste

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