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by whatsup7123 990 days ago
Caste discrimination is not limited to the Indian population. As a matter of fact, ancestral caste is not a concept introduced by Hinduism or Indian culture (look up "varna", which is native to Hinduism and is not necessarily assigned by ancestry).

The word "caste" itself derives from the Portuguese words "casta".

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Oh I didnt realize in modern times numerous cultures practiced the caste system. I thought it was just the Indian people.

What other cultures in modern times practice the caste system?

Sorry Im not knowledgeable about such things.