Today, the most urgent transformation needed in many local contexts is the social conscience of various OBC groups, so that young Dalit lives are not rendered expendable and that the Dalits don’t have to live in an ambience of social tensions.

Aanchal spoke out with remarkable courage, detailing the role her father and brother played in Saksham’s killing and the motivations behind it.

She underscored how they explicitly invoked his caste identity, his Buddhist religious affiliation, and his Ambedkarite political orientation as justification for their opposition to their relationship.

  • Icytrees@sh.itjust.worksOPM
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    2 days ago

    Some terms from this article:

    SC - Scheduled Castes, groups that have historically faced social discrimination, “untouchability,” and exclusion based on the caste system. They are often referred to as “Dalits.”

    ST - Scheduled Tribes, communities that are recognized as indigenous or tribal populations. They are typically characterized by their distinct culture, language, and social practices.

    OBC - Other Backwards Classes (yes, this is a government term) - communities that are socially and educationally “backward” but do not fall under the SC or ST categories.

    Brahmin and Shudra - Two of the four main social classes (Varna) in the Hindu caste system. Brahmin were historically superior, intellectuals and priests. Shudra were servants and laborers.