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Jyotiba Phule’s Trenchant Critique of Caste: Gulamgiri
First Published on: 11 Apr 2016On his 189th Birth Anniversary, April 11, we bring to you excerpts from Jyotiba Phule’s path breaking work, severely criticising Brahminism and the Caste...
Scientist and socio-political activist Dr. Swati passes away
She had worked extensively with Dalits, Adivasis, farmers and workers all the while championing scientific temper as well
Delhi HC directs action against police under SC/ST Act, for not registering FIR of Dalit man
The court observed that the man ran from pillar to post for justice and the police did not do its duty
No reservation in promotions without adequate representation: SC
The Orissa High Court had quashed the resolution for not having legal basis, and same has been upheld by the SC
Covid-19: What is India going to do about the Racism and Communalism epidemic that plagues it?
People from the minority communities are being targeted and treated as second class citizens amidst the pandemic
Whither Article 15?
Article 15 of The Constitution Of India 1949 prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. But in practice…
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Remembering Jyotiba Phule, on His 189th Birth Anniversary, April 11
First Published on: January 13, 2016 Remembering Jyotiba Phule, on...
Ambedkarie Engineers Body express solidarity with Dr Anand Teltumbde
A plethora of statements expressing solidarity and support has come in for Professor Anand Teltumbde. Here is one issued by the Ambedkarite Engineers:
Statement of Solidarity, Appeal to Acquit Anand Teltumbde
Over 280 students, faculties and alumni of Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA) have signed statements in solidarity within two days with their illustrious alumnus, Anand Teltumbde who apart from being a corporate leader and teacher has done so much to the society. Teltumbde is expected to surrender himself by April 6 in accordance with the Supreme Court verdict.
Bhima Koregaon case: SC rejects ABA of Anand Teltumbde, Gautam Navlakha
Activists had been hounded by a vindictive regime that has been blaming them for sparking violence on January 1, 2018
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