other occupations in the Indian subcontinent. Within the jati (caste) system, Brahmins similarly occupy the highest position, though that is complicated by strict stratification even among Brahmins and historical attempts by other castes and sub-castes to challenge Brahminical dominance.

Origin and history

It seems likely that Kannauj and Madhyadesha was the place of origin of the majority of migrating Brahmins throughout the

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