The rapid growth of the Indian economy over the past three decades has led to a substantial expansion of India’s “middle class”. This has triggered a robust debate over who in India actually belongs to the “middle class,” its size, composition, and political and social behaviour. In the light of the statement, examine who constitute ‘Middle Class’ in India and their characteristics. Do you think class is replacing caste in India? Comment. (200 Words)

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15. The rapid growth of the Indian economy over the past three decades has led to a substantial expansion of India’s “middle class”. This has triggered a robust debate over who in India actually belongs to the “middle class,” its size, composition, and political and social behaviour. In the light of the statement, examine who constitute ‘Middle Class’ in India and their characteristics. Do you think class is replacing caste in India? Comment. (200 Words)