Most cells in the human body are produced by mitosis. These are the somatic (or vegetative) line cells. Cells that become gametes are referred to as germ line cells. The vast majority of cell divisions in the human body are mitotic, with meiosis being restricted to the gonads.
Technically, the caste is called Patidar, and Patel is the most common last name among its members. For all intents and purposes, Patel and Patidar are the same, says Nilam. They weren't officially recognized as a caste until the British-run government declared them one in the 1930s.
The lowest caste belongs to Shurdas (laborers, artisans, and servants doing ritually âuncleanâ work.) The Shudra caste was once known as the âuntouchablesâ and they were heavily discriminated against â being unable to drink from wells used by higher castes, participate in religious rituals, or even have their shadows fall on Brahmins.