How does the caste system affect the social discrimination?
Answers
1) Caste systems divide people into unequal and hierarchical social groups.
2) They are known to be ‘untouchable’ and subjected to so-called ‘untouchability practices’ in both public and private spheres.
3) Due to exclusion practiced by both state and non-state, they have limited access to resources, services and development, keeping most Dalits in severe poverty.
4) They are often excluded from decision making and meaningful participation in public and civil life.
5) Lack of special legislation banning caste discrimination or lack of implementation of legislation, due to dysfunctional systems of justice and caste-bias, have largely left Dalits without protection.
6) Despite policy development and new legislation in some countries, fundamental challenges still remain in all caste-affected countries.