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No, caste is derived from the Portuguese word "Castas" which was widely prevalent in Europe and very rigid as it was from the church. 1. Nobility 2. Clergy 3
by naruvimama 4y ago
No, caste is derived from the Portuguese word "Castas" which was widely prevalent in Europe and very rigid as it was from the church.
1. Nobility
2. Clergy
3. Landowners & Merchants
4. Artisans
5. Outcasts - butchers, sanitary workers, undertakers ....
Some European countries still legally protect a lot of family names, which you would have to buy if you need a fancy royal name.