upper-caste

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Upper-Caste

Definitions:

Adjective

Referring to the social group or class of people considered to be of higher rank and privilege within a hierarchical caste system.

Noun

A member of a high-ranking social group or class within a hierarchical caste system.

Examples:

Adjective
Hereditary privileges and wealth are often associated with being from an upper-caste family.
In some societies, the upper-caste individuals have historically held power and dominance over lower-caste groups.

Noun
Upper-castes have enjoyed better educational opportunities and socio-economic advantages for generations.
The political representation of upper-castes has been a subject of debate and controversy in recent times.

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