How does democracy confront caste inequalities?

By maintaining traditional hierarchies

By promoting the dominant caste's interests

By recognizing all individuals as equals

By eliminating all forms of governance

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C. By recognizing all individuals as equals

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Democracy confronts caste inequalities by recognizing all individuals as equals, promoting claims for equal status and opportunity. Maintaining hierarchies and promoting dominant interests contradict democratic principles.

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