Question

Name a scheme that the Indian government runs to promote social equality. How does it help reduce caste discrimination?

Answer 1

Answer:

Caste system scheme that the Indian government runs to promote social equality.

Explanation:

• Indian society is split into different sects and classes. This is due to the country's prevailing caste system.
• The caste system's origins go back to the ancient Vedas separating individuals on the premises of Varna or occupation. It has introduced in the community many evils.

• For Indian society, the caste system is a bane. It breaks down Indian society into communities and classes that are sectarian.
• Despite the development of culture and civilization, it still plays a predominant position in our society today.

• The terms 'Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes' (SC / ST) are the formal terms used to define former untouchables and tribes in public papers.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

With an aim to promote social equality, Indian government launched Intercaste Marriage scheme in India in 2013.

Under this scheme, any high caste Hindu who marries a member of the untouchables community will be rewarded Rs. 250,000. This scheme has proved to be a great step in removing stigma related to inter caste marriages and promoting social equality.