Practice mode Social Stratification

What is the legally enforced practice of marrying within one’s own caste called?

Correct answer A. Endogamy

Explanation

Endogamy is the rule requiring marriage within a particular group, such as a caste. Under the caste system it was enforced to preserve ritual purity and caste boundaries.

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