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Hypergamy is a system of marriage according to which a man from a particular caste can marry a woman of:

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Remember that hypergamy involves a marriage where the bride's social status is higher than that of the groom.

Updated On: Jun 9, 2026

Higher caste
The same caste or a lower caste
The same caste or a higher caste
Lower caste

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The Correct Option is B

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