Question 9GS1GS1
Do you agree that there has been a progressive secularization of caste in India? Support your view with relevant examples. (Answer in 150 words)
Introduction
"Secularization of caste" means removal of religion element from the definition of caste. Yes, there is secularization of caste:
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Main Body
1Reduction in occupational hierarchy due to affirmative action by government. Eg. IS(4) and 16(4) provide for reservation. (2) Inter-faith marriage: are becoming new norm in society. Eg. recent marriage of Sonadhri, Sinha (Bollywood Actress). (3) Rise in education level: reducing ritual based hierarchy of caste. Eg. Same uniform in school. (4) Urbanization: all are living together and cultural exchange is prominent. Eg. celebration of festivals in apartments. (5) New festivals and feast: to bring togetherness. Eg. Halawsan. No, it is still there in caste: (1) Manual Scavenging: still 90% of them employed are SCs. (2) Caste-based discrimination: Dali eg. groom in Shyagot, Karnataka, was not allowed in temple. (3) Caste in politics: As Gadgi said, "we don't caste vote, we vote our caste". (4) Still in mind: due to long history.
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Conclusion
The need of house is to implement affirmative action strictly and creative awareness to remove religious element of caste to attain "Sauve Bhavanti Sukbina".
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- Balanced approach showing both progress and persistent challenges
- Use of specific examples
- Reference to constitutional articles
Topper
Mansi Singh
AIR 126
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Regionalism and Secularism
Secularization of caste in India
Writing Stats
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