Which of the following factors contributed to the emergence of multiple sub-castes in Punjab?
- Frequent foreign invasions led to cultural intermixing.
- Rigid caste system prevented acceptance of children from inter-caste marriages.
- The Sikh movement promoted caste-based divisions.
- Occupational diversity among different groups led to the formation of sub-castes.
Which of the above statements are correct?
1
1, 2, and 4 only
2
2 and 3 only
3
1 and 3 only
4
1, 2, 3, and 4