caste system

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A social structure in which classes are determined by heredity.

castecaste + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • The Hindu caste system has a long and complex history.
  • Many argue that the caste system is a source of profound social inequality.
  • While not officially recognized, some societies operate with an informal caste system.
  • Efforts to dismantle the traditional caste system have faced significant resistance.
  • Her research focuses on the economic impact of the caste system on rural communities.
  • Born into the lowest level of the caste system, his opportunities were severely limited.
  • How does the modern caste system differ from its historical origins?
  • The rigidity of the caste system prevents social mobility for millions.
  • He wrote a book comparing the Indian caste system with historical class structures in Europe.
  • The country's constitution officially abolished the caste system, but its influence persists.