Dalit Discrimination and Marginalization in India by

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bgrossma — 2024-04-23 23:10:21 UTC

For centuries, the Dalits were at the bottom of the Hindu caste system. Caste-based discrimination has been outlawed and some Dalits have risen to high political posts. But prejudice is still pervasive against the nearly 300 million strong community. The Dalit Movement aims to dismantle the caste system and empower the Dalit community by advocating for social, economic, and political equality and justice.

Distrust

bgrossma — 2024-04-23 23:10:21 UTC

"In the Indian context the facts clearly indicates that historically to date the Dalits have suffered discrimination at the cost of the Brahmanical obsession with "purity and pollution" (Karwal, 2021, Understanding Marginalization with Special Reference To 'Dalits').

Dehumanization

bgrossma — 2024-04-23 23:10:21 UTC

(Why, Where, & How)

"In India, dehumanization of Dalits stems from historical discrimination rooted in Brahmanical notions of purity. From relegating them to degrading tasks to denying their humanity, Dalits face systemic oppression. Despite legal protections, dehumanization persists, necessitating urgent reforms (Karwal, 2021).

Organization

bgrossma — 2024-04-23 23:10:21 UTC

Dalits have been historically confined to menial and low-paying jobs, which has resulted in widespread poverty and limited access to resources.

The Dalits have been subjected to being ostracized from the mainstream society. This has resulted in limited social interaction, restricted access to public spaces, and denial of basic human rights.

The Dalit community has also been subjected to various forms of violence and atrocities, including physical assault, sexual violence, and social boycotts.

There are multiple layers of discrimination and marginalization based on gender, religion, and regional identities within the community.

Casual violence of the 'Other'

bgrossma — 2024-04-23 23:10:21 UTC

In India, the 'casual violence of the other' is a stark reality faced by the Dalit community. Dalits, historically marginalized by the caste system, endure everyday discrimination and violence simply because of their caste identity. From being denied access to public spaces to facing brutal attacks, Dalits experience systemic oppression that perpetuates their social exclusion. In a survey conducted by the NCDHR, it was found that on average, there is a crime committed against a Dalit every 18 minutes in India. These crimes range from verbal abuse and social ostracization to physical violence and even murder.

References

sspyche — 2024-04-30 22:02:28 UTC

Journals, IOSR, and Puneet Karwal. “Understanding Marginalization with Special Reference to ‘Dalits.’” Academia.Edu, 15 Sept. 2021, www.academia.edu/52461221/Understanding_Marginalization_with_Special_Reference_To_Dalits.

National Campaign on Dalit Human Rights . National Campaign on Dalit Human Rights. (n.d.). https://www.ncdhr.org.in/

Pasricha, A. (2023, December 6). In India, news outlet gives voice to low castes. Voice of America. https://www.voanews.com/a/in-india-news-outlet-gives-voice-to-low-castes/7386565.html#

Bring out the various issues involved in Dalit movements in India. - UPSC OWL. (2024, January 23). https://upscsociology.in/bring-out-the-various-issues-involved-in-dalit-movements-in-india/#:~:text=Economic%20inequality%3A%20The%20caste%20system

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