For An Informed Ambedkar Age
D. Leslie Martin Govathoti Sudhitha, Course: MSc (Nutrition and Dietetics) is the daughter of G. Jalandhar who is a first generation diploma holder working in a private company in Hyderabad. He migrated from Chinakakumanu an SC hamlet in Guntur Dist. His father was a bonded labourer. Jalandhar’s first daughter Mounika has just gone abroad after …
Bhagyashri Boywad “Mhorkya” is a movie that revolves around the question of leadership in a School Parade. Marathi movies are always known for addressing various social issues. The Marathi word “Mhorkya” translates to “Leader.” The film is set in rural Maharashtra, specifically in the Solapur district, Barshi, where a distinct Marathi dialect is prevalent. The …
Dr Raees Mohammed (The story of a dalit couple, from different dalit castes, in the academic space of Tamil Nadu) On 25th July 2023 Mr. Bharathidasan committed suicide after consuming rat poison mixed with alcohol. Bharathidasan was born in an Arundhathiyar community in the village Mangapatti, Uppliyapuram Taluk, Tiruchi District. He completed his B.A and …
Dr. SPVA Sairam In India, caste is the major form of identity that dictates every walk of life, from womb to tomb. This article aims to deal with the question of caste identity of Scheduled Castes through the lens of Dr. Ambedkar. Broadly speaking, there are two aspects to this question of Caste Identity. Firstly, …
Snehashish Das Ambedkarite Questions to the Neeraj Ghaywan directed episode ‘The Heart Skipped A Beat’ in Made in Heaven Although there are indeed the portraits of Buddha and Babasaheb portrayed in the Neeraj Ghaywan-directed episode ‘The Heart Skipped a Beat’ in the 2nd season of Made in Heaven, we must examine what is really Ambedkarite …
Ankush Uttam Helode Maharashtra is a state where the dominant Maratha caste has wielded significant political and economic control. David Mandelbaum termed this dominant caste as having a “self-image as rulers.” However, this perception did not shifted after independence when Marathas became a majority and gained dominance in various areas. Despite constitutional and legal safeguards, …
Dr Santhosh J & Benish Ali Dalits, tribals, and people from other backward classes form the majority of the Indian population. However, their presence in government educational institutions and top government posts is extremely scarce. This has become rather a longtime trend in India. However, the successive governments claim otherwise, their own data proves the …
Funding Request Dear All, Jai Bhim! We represent the All India Independent Scheduled Castes Association (AIISCA), dedicated to advancing social justice and empowerment for Dalits. Guided by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s legacy, we strive to create a more inclusive society. Despite political reservation, Dalit conditions remain challenging. To address this, we aim to establish a national …
Neeraj Bunkar Navodaya Vidyalayas, established under the vision of the former Prime Minister Shri Rajiv Gandhi, were conceived to ensure holistic development of underprivileged children from rural areas and promote social justice. Presently, there are around 700 such residential schools across India, aiming to provide quality education to marginalized students. However, instances of caste-based discrimination …