Monday, August 1, 2011

Nepalese caste system

like the Indian caste system, is highly complex and continues the traditional system of social stratification of Nepal. The caste system defines social classes by a number of hierarchical endogamous groups often termed as Jāt. This custom is found in both the Hindu and Buddhist communities of Nepal; but not harsh in Buddhist communities. However, in Nepal people sometimes erroneously use word caste to mean their race or ethnicity. Nepal consist of three main ethnic groups, indigenous, Khas and Madhesi. The ethnic indigenous groups are a different race from Khas and Madhesi people, Khas people who themselves are distinct from Madhesi people. The caste system has traditionally existed in the two races (the Khas and Madhesis), not in indegenous people (such as Gurung, Tamang, Thakali, Magar, Sherpa, Mananggi, Mustanggi, Walunggi and so on). Where as most indigenous people who are ethnic Tibetans who practice Buddhism and they care less about caste, unlike Hindus. (Absolutely false! Whoever wrote this has not done any actual studies, but just presented his/her own biased views. Please read internationally recognized research materials before putting polemic information about 'Nepalese

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