Multiple choice

Sanskritization is the process of

  1. orthogenetic change
  2. heterogenetic change
  3. change in cultural structure
  4. change in social structure. Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. 1 and 3 only

  2. 1 and 4 only

  3. 2 and 3 only

  4. 2 and 4 only
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sanskritization is a process first described by M.N. Srinivas where lower castes adopt the rituals, practices, and customs of higher (twice-born) castes to improve their social status. This is a change in social structure (4) as it alters caste positions and relationships. It is also considered an orthogenetic change (1) - meaning it originates from within the cultural system rather than being imposed externally. The correct answer A identifies both these characteristics: orthogenetic change involving cultural structural transformation.

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