The dichotomy in public and private life in Indian society acts as a major barrier to the annihilation of caste. Justify.
Introduction
"Caste is not a physical object like a barbed wire, it is rooted in ideologies." ~ M K Gandhi
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Main Body
Dichotomy in public & private life of caste: (1) Caste in defining social hierarchies in public life - example occupational stratification. (2) Occupational stratification - example 901 safariswain-I achari from specific caste (NSK). (3) Dilution of caste in public life post globalisation.
It acts as a barrier because: (1) While public life diffuses the differences, private life reinforces it - vis-a-vis cycle: private life (no difference) choice -> family system reinforces caste -> society. (2) Sometimes dualism of caste in two life rather than dichotomizing prevents annihilation. However, when conformity in public & private life, caste annihilated through Gandhi's & Ambedkar efforts and govt laws to prevent advocates - Prevention of atrocities act 1989.
Conclusion
As Dr Ambedkar argued, annihilation of the negatives & caste in Indian society is needed for social cohesion.
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- Starts with powerful Gandhi quote
- Shows understanding of caste as ideological
- Includes specific example of occupational stratification
Annapurna Singh
Salient features of Indian Society
Role of caste and social structures
Caste system and public-private life dichotomy
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