Which of the following customs is most forbidden in the Hindu caste system in India?
A) exogamy
B) hereditary occupations
C) rituals of purity
D) dietary customs

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Exogamy, or marrying outside of one's caste, is considered the most forbidden practice in the Hindu caste system. The caste system is based on the belief in the spiritual purity of each caste, and marrying outside of the caste is seen as polluting that purity. Hereditary occupations, rituals of purity, and dietary customs are all important aspects of the caste system, but they are not considered as strictly forbidden as exogamy.

Which of the Following Customs Is Most Forbidden in the Hindu