Sikhism

Rejection of Caste

Caste distinctions are rejected as contrary to the truth of human equality.

The Gurus forcefully rejected the caste system. In Sikhism, one's birth group has no spiritual significance; all are equal before God and should be treated equally in society.

Caste is nonsense, class is nonsense. The True Lord alone is the Creator.

Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Guru Granth Sahib, Ang 83

This radical teaching challenged the social order of medieval India.

Guru Granth Sahib