discrimination based on family background; class discrimination by birth
Refers to prejudice or unequal treatment based on one's family lineage, social standing, or ancestry.
In the past, discrimination based on family background was severe and even affected marriage.
身分差別 focuses on social status or class, while 家柄差別 specifically emphasizes family lineage and ancestry.
Compound of 家柄 (family background) and 差別 (discrimination).