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Caste inequality remains a significant issue in India, influencing access to resources and economic opportunities. While the formal restrictions based on caste have been removed, the socio-economic landscape still reflects inherited disparities, leading to a complex interaction between caste, wealth, and social mobility.
Caste is a significant factor contributing to economic inequality in India, regulating access to resources historically. The notion of caste has evolved, allowing for the presence of both rich and poor individuals in all castes; however, systemic inequalities persist. Research from the National Sample Survey illustrates this continuing economic hierarchy:
Although these inequalities are increasingly recognized in political and social realms, caste still plays a complex role in electoral politics. While candidates often appeal to caste-based sentiments, voters sometimes prioritize party allegiance over caste identity. Caste can strengthen political mobilization but can also result in negative consequences, such as divisive politics, detracting from broader social issues.
Caste Hierarchy: Economic status still mirrors traditional hierarchies.
Caste and Poverty: Significant correlation persists with poorer lower castes.
Political Mobilization: Caste influences political structures and candidate selection.
Caste in society has its ties, / To wealth and struggles, not disguise.
Once, in a land where castes ruled vast, / Riches and rights were linked to the past. / Today, as times change, we still see, / Caste shapes the future, but must not be.
Remember DRE (Disparity, Resources, Education): These aspects signify how historical caste impacts current disparities.
In rural areas, Scheduled Tribes have a 45.8% poverty rate, compared to 11.7% among upper castes.
Political parties often nominate candidates based on caste demographics to secure electoral success.
Term: Castebased economic inequality
Definition: Disparity in economic status resulting from historical caste restrictions.
Disparity in economic status resulting from historical caste restrictions.
Term: Scheduled Castes (SC)
Definition: Social groups historically marginalized, typically below the caste hierarchy.
Social groups historically marginalized, typically below the caste hierarchy.
Term: Adivasis
Definition: Indigenous peoples categorized under Scheduled Tribes in India, often residing in secluded areas.
Indigenous peoples categorized under Scheduled Tribes in India, often residing in secluded areas.
Term: Upper Castes
Definition: Caste groups at the top of the traditional hierarchy, generally enjoying better socio-economic status.
Caste groups at the top of the traditional hierarchy, generally enjoying better socio-economic status.