Question

Which of the following principles are applied to maintain caste-based restrictions?
(A) Birth
(B) Marriage
(C) Food Sharing
(D) Occupation
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (D) only
• B. (A), (B) and (C) only
• C. (A), (B), (C) and (D)
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The principles of Birth, Marriage, Food Sharing, and Occupation (indicated by (A), (B), (C), and (D)) are applied to uphold caste-based restrictions. Each principle contributes as follows: Birth establishes caste as an inherited status. Marriage enforces endogamy within castes to preserve social divisions. Food Sharing restrictions between castes maintain social boundaries. Occupation assigns specific roles to castes, reinforcing hierarchy.