Most probably the lowest caste.
2007-07-12 10:50:42 · 10 answers · asked by Mahfuz R 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I will answer ur questioni in 2 parts --
1) U need to b born as a Hindu , there is no " conversion. Conversion is a foolish christian n islamic idea. Hinduism is a Primary religion while christianity and islam r secondary, man-made religions.
2) Caste system is not a part of Hinduism.No where it is mentioned in sacred books. Infact it grew out of indian culture.It was based " work" done by a person.Now it has gained a political face . Nobody believes in caste-system.If u talk about it in urban areas, u will b considered a fool.
2007-07-12 23:46:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anon 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I apologize for a lengthy reply, this question warrants a detailed reply. Hope you forgive me for a detailed description, as I try to be 100% honest for my own sake of investigation done in this regard.
The caste system was born out of the Rule of King Manu. It was based on the work or category of society the group of belonged. Like Brahmins were priests, Kshatriyas were warriors (namely Kings and Rulers), Vaisyas were Businessmen(originally there were only farmers, when farmers had so much of their produce, they became businessmen to trade), Sudras(or the workers).
I AGREE with Father K, You will be a Brahman(meaning the one who has realized the Brahmam or the Divine or the Origin of life).
Sudras were the oppressed, and when the Britishers took over that is when the Caste system was brought to attention of general public and the world. Pariah, is a south indian word for a group of people who were announcers of any official news(which later became a name for outcast), the word is considered Offensive to be used against a caste.
So if you converted to Hinduism, you will be a hindu. Thus a Hindu could :
1)follow any of the Hindu schools of philosophy, such as Advaita (non-dualism), Dvaita (dualism), Dvaitadvaita (dualism with non-dualism), etc.
2)follow a tradition centered on any particular form of the Divine, such as Shaivism, Vaishnavism, Shaktism, etc.
3)practice bhakti (devotion) or any of the other yoga systems in order to achieve moksha.
4) Follow a divine path towards salvation or live an organized life. So anyone can be a hindu, before you become converted to Hinduism.
One of the chief architects of Indian constitution(and freedom fighter) is B. R. Ambedkar. he was instrumental in abolishing Caste System. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/B._R._Ambedkar
More on Constitution to abolish caste sytem, and reservation policies please refer http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reservation_in_India
2007-07-12 10:59:18 · answer #2 · answered by DragonHeart 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From what I've been taught on the subject, a person cannot actually in an officially recognized sense be convert to Hinduism. You're either born Hindu or you aren't.
2007-07-12 10:55:47 · answer #3 · answered by Shawn L 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Looking forward to any authentic answers. I studied a bit of Hinduism - and - I don't know the answer. That is a really good question. I mean - if there's a choice...why not just say: "I'm a Brahman!!"
2007-07-12 10:54:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Ooooh, gold star - great question. I have noooooo idea, but I'm anxious to learn. The answer above mine doesn't -really- say.... :-(
2007-07-12 11:30:43 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might have something to do with economic status, and who they know.
2007-07-12 10:55:56 · answer #6 · answered by KC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The slave class
2007-07-12 10:55:27 · answer #7 · answered by wwhy 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
prabably depends on how much money you have :D
2007-07-12 10:55:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the bottom. (i dont really know, i'm just guessing.
2007-07-12 10:53:21 · answer #9 · answered by neonatheart 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
its evil
2007-07-12 10:52:40 · answer #10 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋