Social stratum is a term used to describe the hierarchical structure of society. It is composed of classes, castes, and spheres which are all related to one another. CLASS is a group of people who share similar economic or social status, such as the upper CLASS or the working CLASS. CLASS='font-bold underline-link hover:text-barberry-yellow'>CASTE is a system of social stratification based on hereditary status, such as the Brahmin CLASS='font-bold underline-link hover:text-barberry-yellow'>CASTE in India. CLASS='font-bold underline-link hover:text-barberry-yellow'>SPHERE is a distinct area of activity or influence, such as the political CLASS='font-bold underline-link hover:text-barberry-yellow'>SPHERE or the cultural CLASS='font-bold underline-link hover:text-barberry-yellow'>SPHERE. Together, these three components form the social stratum of a society.