"Dwija" is a term used by M N Sriniwas in the context of Sanskritisation. What does it mean?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The term sanskritisation was coined by M.N. Srinivas. It may be briefly defined as the process by which a ‘low’ caste or tribe or other group takes over the customs, ritual, beliefs, ideology and style of life of a high and, in particular, a ‘twice-born (dwija) caste’.