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Which of the following statements best describes the role of the caste system in India today?

A. historically, the caste system was important, but it plays no role in society today.
B. The caste system is mandated by India's legal system, and it dominates all aspects of professional and social life throughout the country.
C. The cast system was limited by the Constitution, but many still adhere to it, especially in rule areas.
D. The caste system is still practice today, but few people face discrimination as a result.

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B.

The caste system is mandated by India's legal system, and it dominates all aspects of professional and social life throughout the country.

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C,The cast system was limited by the Constitution, but many still adhere to it, especially in rule areas

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The Indian caste system is a social structure which divides people or an ethnic group into different classes based on their social relevance. The system prevents and restricts people of different castes from interacting freely in the society.

The Indian class system was one of the fallout the British occupation of India. It segregated people into different classes based on their religion, ethnicity and societal relevance. Although it was abolished in the mid 20th century, many still adhere to it.

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