Question 2GS1GS1
The dichotomy in public and private life in Indian society acts as a major barrier to the annihilation of caste. Discuss.
Introduction
Annihilation of caste, as envisaged by B.R. Ambedkar, still remains an elusive reality for India, as dichotomy between public and private life remains prevalent.
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Main Body
Dichotomy between public & private life
(A) Abolition of caste in public life
1Constitutional protections against caste discrimination - Articles 15, 16, 14, 17 etc.
2Social legislations to abolish caste => Protection of Civil Rights, 1955; Prevention of Atrocities Act.
3Adequate social upliftment and protection mechanisms. eg: Article 15(4), 16(4), 330, 332, constitutional status to NCSC, NCST, NCBC etc.
(B) Continuance of caste in private life
1Generational cycle of occupational oppression => eg: As per MOSTE, 43000/45000 manual scavengers are scheduled caste.
2Attitudinal biases against lower castes => implicit untouchability prevalent in access to housing, drinking water etc. eg: Death of Dalit boy in Rajasthan as we drink water from public source.
3Hindrances in access to education and welfare schemes => creamy layer inclusion, sexual assault, coercion etc.
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Conclusion
Hence, in order to truly remove 'caste' in social aspect, need attitudinal change in private life, to actually ensure uptake of welfare through public means.
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- Clear structure contrasting public and private spheres
- Good use of constitutional provisions
- Specific examples and case references
- Reference to B.R. Ambedkar provides theoretical foundation
- Addresses systemic nature of caste discrimination
Topper
Ritika Chitlangia
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Social Inequality and Caste System
Public-Private divide and caste discrimination
Writing Stats
183
Total words
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Paragraphs
Academic and critical
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