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Essay on the National Custom of British India Known as Caste, Varna, or Jati by Robert Needham Cust explores the complex social system in India, known as caste, and its various aspects such as Varna and Jati. Cust delves into the origins, structure, and functioning of the caste system, examining its religious, social, and cultural significance in Indian society. He also discusses its role in shaping the lives and interactions of individuals within different classes and castes. The essay provides a detailed analysis of caste as a defining social institution in colonial India, highlighting both its challenges and complexities.
