Abstract
In contrast with previous modeling by Akerlof, the author develops a model of a caste system which utilizes the stylized facts that caste occupations are hereditary, compulsory, and endogamous. Some implications of the model are tested with data from the Census of India.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 378-391 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | Review of Development Economics |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 2003 |
Externally published | Yes |