Kshatriya

According to the code of Manu, a Kshatriya is a member of the military or reigning order, one of four varna within the Vedic system of four groups or classes. Generally, the kshatriyas are thought to be ranked second in hierarchy, the first being the Brahmin or priestly varna, the third the Vaishya or mercantile community and the lowest the untouchables.

Related Topics:
Manu - Varna - Brahmin - Vaishya - Untouchables

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