Which of the following statements about features of Sanskritization is /are correct? 1. It refers to a process whereby members of a caste attempt to raise their own social status by adopting the rituals, domestic and social practices of a caste of higher

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Q: 101 (CDS-II/2012)
Which of the following statements about features of Sanskritization is /are correct?
1. It refers to a process whereby members of a caste attempt to raise their own social status by adopting the rituals, domestic and social practices of a caste of higher status.
2. The practices which were usually chosen for emulation were adopting vegetarianism, wearing of sacred thread, specific prayers, religious ceremonies and so on.

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History

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CDS-II

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{'sanskritization': [0, 0, 0, 2], 'caste attempt': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'caste': [1, 0, 0, 1], 'rituals': [3, 1, 1, 3], 'religious ceremonies': [1, 0, 0, 1], 'vegetarianism': [0, 0, 0, 3], 'social practices': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'practices': [1, 0, 1, 7]}

The correct answer is option 3, which means both statements 1 and 2 are correct.

Statement 1 explains the concept of Sanskritization, which is the process where members of a lower caste try to elevate their social status by adopting the rituals, practices, and traditions of a higher caste. By doing this, they hope to imitate the higher caste and gain acceptance in society.

Statement 2 provides examples of the practices that are often chosen for emulation during Sanskritization. These include adopting vegetarianism, wearing a sacred thread, practicing specific prayers, and participating in religious ceremonies. These practices are seen as markers of higher status in the caste system and are therefore imitated by those seeking to Sanskritize.

In summary, Sanskritization is a process where lower caste individuals adopt the rituals and practices of higher castes to improve their social status. This can include practices such as vegetarianism, sacred thread wearing, and religious ceremonies. Both statements accurately describe features of Sanskritization.