Question
On what basis was the society divided?
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Answer
Changes in Varna based Society:
- In almost the entire subcontinent, society was already divided on the basis of varna.
- These rules, prescribed by the Brahmanas, were accepted by the rulers of large kingdoms.
- The differences between the high and low, and between the rich and poor, increased.
- Under the Delhi Sultans and the Mughals, this hierarchy between social classes grew further.
- With the growth of economy and the needs of society, people with new skills were required.
- Smaller castes, or jatis, emerged within varnas.
- New castes appeared amongst the Brahmanas.
- Many tribes and social groups formed caste-based society and were given the status of jatis.
- Specialised artisans like- smiths, carpenters and masons were also recognised as separate jatis by the Brahmanas.
- Jatis, surpassed varna, and became the basis of society organisation.
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