How is the caste system an instrument of stratification

1.	How is the caste system an instrument of stratification
Answer» Let me tell you it\'s a good question. So, here is the required answer:- we know that the society is divided or stratified in different strata or division. These division is based on different criteria. Our society has been divided on the basis of mainly these criteria:- gender, education level, caste and creed, number of members in a family, religion etcetera etcetera... Caste system in ancient times taught people to be apart from untouchable or harijan. This created stratification of society on the basis of caste. However, in modern times, it is still prevalent at some points. But, the caste thing is still present in our society. For example:- the reservation system gives SCs and STs a opportunity in jobs but those who are not in this category feel alienated and kind of division is made between them. Thus, these facts were two sides of the same coin called "society". Caste do cause stratification in society and as people are becoming literate, there is a high possibility that one day this caste based stratification will end.

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