Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?

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2023 GS Paper I Indian Society

GS Paper I 15 marks 250 words Indian Society

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Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?

Syllabus link: GS I – Society & Diversity: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India.

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