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Untouchability is a social practice rooted in the caste system, particularly in South Asia, where certain groups are ostracized and discriminated against based on their caste status. It perpetuates social inequality and violates fundamental human rights, necessitating legal and social interventions for eradication.
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The caste system is a hierarchical social stratification system predominantly found in India, which divides people into rigid hereditary groups with specific social roles and privileges. It has deep historical roots and continues to influence social dynamics, despite legal prohibitions against caste-based discrimination.
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Caste systems are hierarchical social structures that categorize individuals into rigid groups based on hereditary status, often dictating one's occupation, social interactions, and marriage prospects. These systems are most prominently observed in South Asia, particularly within Hindu society, but have parallels in other cultures and historical contexts, reflecting deep-rooted social stratification and discrimination.
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Caste-based discrimination is a system of social stratification that assigns individuals a fixed rank in society based on their birth, often resulting in unequal access to resources, opportunities, and rights. This form of discrimination is deeply entrenched in certain cultures and legal frameworks, perpetuating inequality and social exclusion across generations.
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Shudras are the fourth and lowest varna, or social class, in the traditional Hindu caste system, primarily tasked with serving the other three varnas. Historically, they have faced social discrimination and have been subject to various reform movements aimed at improving their status and rights within society.
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