One Can Marry Within Jati Communities That Are

question 27

Multiple Choice

One can marry within jati communities that are

• A) above one's position.
• B) below one's position.
• C) equal in social and ritual status.
• D) of the three higher classes or varnas.

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Definitions:

Free Black Town

A self-governing community established by African Americans, where individuals lived free from the restrictions of slavery, notable examples include Seneca Village in New York.

Interracial Contact

Social interaction between members of different racial groups, which can play a role in reducing racial prejudices and promoting understanding.

African Cultural Traits

Characteristics, practices, or beliefs that are found across various African societies, reflecting the continent's diversity in languages, traditions, art, and social structures.

Maroon Villages

Settlements established by escaped slaves in the Americas, particularly in the Caribbean and South America, where they lived independently.