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

Occupations determined the castes of the people.

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Farmers were at the lowest rung in the caste system.

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People were free to choose any occupation of their choice.

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Though a caste system existed but all people lived in peace and harmony with each other.

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Solution

The correct options are
A Occupations determined the castes of the people.
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.

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