The Caste System in India

Abstract

The main objective of this research paper is to acquire an efficient understanding of the caste system in India. The caste system comprises of castes, which are known as Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and Shudras. These are grouped on the basis of the occupations that they carry out. The concept of untouchability is practiced in all communities throughout the country. The untouchables are engaged in different occupations, such as, removing the carcasses of dead animals and birds, cleaning the sewers, and so forth. These are considered to be impure occupations, which enable the upper castes to remain at a distance from untouchables. The upper castes form the viewpoint that their status would get polluted, hence, they maintained social distancing. The concepts of purity and pollution are practiced on the basis of the occupations in which they are engaged in. The individuals, belonging to all castes have one of the primary goals of promoting enrichment of their overall standards of living. Hence, they are wholeheartedly committed towards putting into operation their job duties in a well-organized manner and generating desired outcomes. Individuals put emphasis on inculcating the traits of morality, ethics, diligence and conscientiousness. Therefore, it is well-understood, all castes are focused on promoting community well-being. The main concepts that are taken into account in this research paper are, understanding the caste system in India, characteristics of caste system, and advantages and disadvantages of the caste system.