The caste calculus in the Indian society remains predominant and continues to project its shadow on social, political, and economic domains. Do you agree? Substantiate your answer. (15 marks, 250 words)
Introduction
Caste calculus refers to enumerating stastically castes in India and orienting policies based on caste census.
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Main Body
Predominance of caste calculus is because of:
Projection on:
Social domain:
Social domain (continued):
Thread to caste structure through inter-caste marriages.
Political domain:
Economic domain:
These projections have implications on Indian society as whole & require steps:
Steps:
Conclusion
Caste based identities tends to threaten societal fabric. Any caste calculus must be undertaken with precautionary measures to prevent any misuse.
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- Defines caste calculus clearly
- Identifies multiple drivers of caste politics
- Covers social dimension
- Acknowledges politicalization
Komal Punia
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism
Caste System and Social Hierarchy
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