Which of the following may have contributed to the decline in medieval Indian manufacturing and commercial activity within India?

A. the establishment of highly centralized ruling federations
B. the impact of the caste system, which restricted economic opportunities
C. decreased tariffs between local jurisdictions
D. a decline in foreign trade with Japan
E. an exclusive preoccupation with religion and spiritual matters


Answer: B

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