Practice - Beyond the four varnas: Subordination and conflict
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Practice Questions
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What is the term used for communities that were labeled as 'untouchables'?
💡 Hint: This term refers to groups considered impure by Brahmanical standards.
What was one duty prescribed for chandalas by the Manusmriti?
💡 Hint: Think about the restrictions placed on chandalas.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What group is classified as 'untouchables' in the Brahmanical texts?
💡 Hint: Think about the caste hierarchy's structure.
True or False: The Manusmriti favored equality among all social groups.
💡 Hint: Consider the historical context of the text.
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Challenge Problems
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Critically assess how the beliefs of purity and pollution shape social interactions today, drawing parallels with historical practices.
💡 Hint: Look at modern societal practices around interactions and professions.
How can narratives of resistance, such as Matanga's, inform current social justice movements?
💡 Hint: Consider current movements championing marginalized communities.
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