In a caste system, social mobility is inherently more limited than in a class system, which allows individuals to change their social standing based on personal achievements and efforts.

In a caste system, people are born into specific social groups, and these groups determine their roles in society, often for their entire lives. This means that if you are born into a low caste, it is very difficult to move up to a higher caste, regardless of your talents or hard work. In contrast, a class system is more flexible; people can rise or fall in social standing based on their education, job, and personal achievements. For example, someone from a working-class background might become successful through education and hard work, moving into a higher class. This difference shows how caste systems limit opportunities for change, while class systems offer more chances for individuals to improve their lives.