Caste

A surge in hate crimes and divisive rhetoric under the new government reveals a growing threat to Maharashtra’s secular and pluralistic identity, with minorities and marginalised communities bearing the brunt of the assault

Absence of ‘public view’ and caste intent cited as reasons for dismissal of SC/ST charges by Rajasthan High Court in 2011 encroachment dispute, raising concerns over dilution of SC/ST Act’s purpose

In a letter to the President, Jignesh Mevani accuses Mahisagar District Collector Neha Kumari of derogatory statements against Dalits and misuse of power; calls for her suspension and registration of FIR under SC/ST Act provisions and disciplinary action for caste-based discrimination.

Abusive slurs like 'Bhangi,' 'Chamar,' and 'Quota Khane Wale' not only demean individuals but also perpetuate systemic discrimination, segregation, and economic exclusion, further entrenching societal hierarchies and ghettoizing Dalit identities through normalisation of these derogatory slurs

The debate over a caste census emerged as a...

One of the major issues during the last General...

Anand Teltumbde rightly argues for structural changes in the post-Ambedkar anti-caste movements while rising above the present-day “devotional cult”.

As BJP opposes the one-man committee measures in Tamil Nadu, its stance on hijab ban in Karnataka raises questions about uniformity and inclusivity in policies.

Report calls for administrative reforms, teacher training, and combating caste violence to ensure equal opportunity for all students.

Muslim SEBCs enjoy the benefits of reservation under the OBC category in Gujarat –under BJP rule since 1995-- and Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes have a constitutionally mandated provision for reservation which cannot be taken away without amending the Constitution