Question

Which of these options are true about the medieval caste system in Kerala?

• A. Occupations determined the castes of the people.
• B. Farmers were at the lowest rung in the caste system.
• C. People were free to choose any occupation of their choice.
• D. Though a caste system existed but all people lived in peace and harmony with each other.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

Farmers were at the lowest rung in the caste system.

The occupation of a person determined his caste. In this system Brahmins were considered to be at the top and farmers at the bottom of the caste system. The descendants of a family followed the same occupation.