UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - II

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    Consider the following statements in regard to caste system in India during 18th century:
    1. It was a major divisive force and element of social disintegration.
    2. It had fixed the place of the people in the society.
    3. In the entire country caste status had become completely stable.
    4. Sometimes an entire caste would succeed in raising itself in the caste hierarchy.
    Which of-the statements given above are correct?

    A)  1 and 2 only

    B)  1, 2 and 3 only

    C)  2, 3 and 4 only

    D)  1, 2 and 4 only

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     In many parts of India caste status had become quite fluid in 18th century and many shudras achieved worldly success and wealth and used them to seek caste ranking in society.


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