The Caste System in India
Explore the historical and social structure of the Caste System in India with this informative worksheet for Grade 6 social studies students.
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The Caste System in India
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Some questions may require you to recall information about the Caste System in India.
1. What is the traditional social hierarchy in India known as?
Feudal System
Caste System
Class System
Tribal System
2. Which group was traditionally at the top of the Caste System hierarchy?
Shudras
Kshatriyas
Brahmins
Vaishyas
3. The Caste System divided people into different social groups based on their birth and .
4. The group considered outside of the traditional Caste System were known as the .
5. The Caste System in India is still legally enforced today.
True
False
6. The Caste System allowed for easy social mobility between groups.
True
False
7. Briefly explain how the Caste System influenced daily life and opportunities for individuals in ancient India.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
8. The highest social class in the traditional Caste System was the .
9. The Caste System often led to social against lower-caste individuals.
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