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.

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In Nepal the Kshatriyas are known as Chhetris(in Nepal) / Chhatry/Khatri(in Punjab). Like other varna, the kshatriyas may also be further subdivided into jaati.

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Manu: Manu has several meanings:...

Varna: This article is about a city in Bulgaria. See Varna (caste) for the Indian caste system....

Brahmin: A Brahmin is a member of the Hindu priestly caste. The word is related to but not to be confused with Hindu religious conception of the transcendent and immanent supreme soul, "Brahman"....