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The supposed higher castes were referred to as _____.

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Savarnas
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Avarnas
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Varna
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Jati
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Solution

The correct option is A Savarnas
The supposed upper caste people or the Savarnas deemed themselves superior to those who were deemed lower castes. The Savarnas denied the avarnas or the lower castes entry into temples, access to wells and to sometimes even walk through certain streets.

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