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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kinship, Caste and Class

Question:

What was the caste system referred to in earlier times?

Options:

Varna

Jati

Used alternatively

None of the above.

Correct Answer:

Varna

Explanation:

The caste system was referred as Varna in earlier times. There were four Varnas- Brahmana, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras.