In the class structure of South Asia circa 500 BCE,in addition to the four traditional varnas,what factor led to the development of new specialized social groups called jati?
A) Vedic migrants forced local inhabitants into lower castes
B) Booming agriculture allowed for greater variety of occupations
C) Increased social mobility
D) Increased intermarriage between groups

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The booming agriculture led to the development of new occupations which did not fit into the traditional varna system, resulting in the creation of specialized social groups called jati.

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