Question

what are the positive and negative impact of expression of caste in politics ?​

Answer 1

Advantages: ( positive impact)

(i) It gives disadvantaged groups the opportunity to demand a share in power and decisionmaking.

(ii) Many political parties take up the issue of ending caste discrimination.

(iii) Measures for uplifting the status of the backward castes will be undertaken.

Disadvantages: ( negative impact )

(i) Caste-based politics diverts attention from main issues such as poverty, corruption etc.

(ii) Caste based politics leads to tensions, conflicts and violence.

Answer 2

Advantages:

(i) It gives disadvantaged groups the opportunity to demand a share in power and decision- making.

(ii) Many political parties take up the issue of ending caste discrimination.

(iii) Measures for uplifting the status of the backward castes will be undertaken.

Disadvantages:

(i) Caste-based politics diverts attention from main issues such as poverty, corruption etc.

(ii) Caste based politics leads to tensions, conflicts and violence.