Sociology · Tribe and Caste Distinction
André Béteille's sociological analysis distinguishes tribes from castes by arguing that: 1. Tribes have a segmentary social structure while castes have a hierarchical structure. 2. Tribal identity is territorial while caste identity is primarily ritual. 3. Tribes are economically more advanced than caste communities. 4. The boundary between tribe and caste in India is often ambiguous and fluid. Select the correct answer:
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