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caste  

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  • Caste is a form of social organization that is unique to India and is based on Hindu religious belief. This essay defines the meaning of the caste system and describes the ways in which it has been used to control sexuality, marital status, and economic and social life among women in India. [Source: Encyclopedia of Gender and Society; Caste]

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