A Caste System, Such as That Among Hindus in India

question 71

Essay

A caste system, such as that among Hindus in India, is largely a closed system in which an individual's status is ascribed. What is meant by ascribed status and how does it differ from achieved status regarding one's social position? How do ascribed and achieved status relate to open or closed systems of social stratification? What type of system is the class system in the United States? In which ways does the class system in the United States differ from the caste system in India and in which ways is it similar? Do you believe the class system in the United States is becoming more open or closed? What do you think the future holds for the social stratification systems in India and in the United States?

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