Sociology II · 10 marks · 150 words
The purity of the caste can be ensured through closely guarding women who form the pivot for the whole structure. In light of this statement, discuss how gender and caste are related to each other.
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Syllabus: Systems of Kinship in India: (a) Lineage and descent in India. (b) Types of kinship systems. (c) Family and marriage in India. (d) Household dimensions of the family. (e) Patriarchy, entitlements and sexual division of labour.
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