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helpful. I give below one such representation which in my judgment is calculated to give the idea of this social structure of the Hindus.
| A Caste Hindus Savarna Castes | C Caste Hindus Savarna Castes | E Non-Caste Hindus Avarna Castes | G Non-caste Hindus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class I High Castes Dwijas—Castes evolved out of the three Varnas, Brahmins, Kshatriyas and Vaishas. | Class II Low Caste Shudras— Castes evolved out of the 4th Varna namely Shudras. | Class III Primitive Castes Criminal Castes | Class IV Untouchables |
B D F H
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This diagram presents a Class-Caste-System of the Hindus and is so drawn as to give a true and a complete picture of their social