Sociology · Caste, Class, and Marxist Perspectives
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R. Assertion A: From Joan Mencher's Marxian theoretical perspective, the caste system is characterized as an instrument used for economic exploitation. Reason R: The caste system functions to intentionally inhibit the development of a cohesive class consciousness, which prevents unified action against socio-economic disparities. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
- 1Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
- 2A is correct but R is not correct
- 3Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A✓
- 4A is not correct but R is correct
Correct answer
Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
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