Heyyyyyy this is Le Xuan, Nadia, Deanna, Shian Chun and Shu Min.
• Why would each varna approve / disapprove of the caste system?
- If you were of a low rank, you would disapprove as you would never be able to rise up in society. If rulers were corrupt and unjust, the lower ranks could not do anything to change their society as they were born into a specific caste.
- If you were of a high rank, you would approve as you would not need to work for your position.
• What makes it fair / unfair?
- (Unfair) Even if you were skilled in some other area, you would never be able to change your occupation.
- (Fair) Everyone has a place in society.
• Would it be possible to apply the caste system in Singapore?
- No. Singapore is a racial and religious country. We believe that everyone is equal. We all have an equal chance to rise in society by merit.
Positive effects of caste system:
- Everyone has a place in society.
- Enhance stability of country.
Negative effects of caste system:
- Even if you are capable, you cannot rise in society by merit.
- People will never get a chance to try other things, do other work or make other friends.
- There may be genetic disabilities if the blood type is not varied.
Advantages of caste system in Singapore:
- Singapore’s economy will be stable.
- Citizens will have a sense of belonging.
Disadvantages of caste system in Singapore:
- There will be racial and religious riots as people may not want to follow the system.
- People may not work hard as they have a mindset that they have a fixed position and have to resign to their fate.
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