Question

Role of politics in changing the nature of caste

Answer 1

Answer:

The removal of the boundaries between "civil society" and "political society" meant that caste now played a huge role in the political arena and also influenced other government-run institutions such as police and the judicial system. ... Gender also plays a significant role in the power dynamic of caste in politics.

Answer 2

Role of politics in changing the nature of caste:

• After independence, the nature of caste and the politics has undergone significant changes.
• This changes are due to land reforms, welfare schemes, reservation in public institutions for the marginalized communities, and infrastructural development.
• Politics deals with the subordination and dominance of castes.
• The equal share in power among different castes could be achieved by representation in public institutions for jobs, social welfare schemes, social and cultural recognition, self-respect, human rights, social justice, etc
• Politics plays a major role in the empowerment of caste.
• They play a vital role in the mobilization of castes.
• Recognition of caste based symbolism gives a sense of self-confidence to the castes associated with such symbols.
• It also results in discrimination of some castes which results in violence.

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