"Inspite of the great advances in education and knowledge, the majority of Hindu society follows the system of caste based marriages. Again, political exploitations of caste has resulted in serious division among people of various communities with economic implications evident in the policy of job reservation for such groups as Schedule Caste, Schedule Tribes, Other Backward Classes (OBC) and so on. The present book provides a holistic view that will prove of immense value in any social analysis of this phenomenon. The book also cover a complete classification of the castes and include commentaries on the political and economic status of caste based society."

Table of Contents:
• Preface 1. Caste System : Early Stages 2. Some Thoughts on Caste System 3. Position of Women in Caste System 4. Vedas and the Caste 5. Social Structure in Buddhism India 6. Economy and the Caste 7. Revolt Against Caste System