Caste system in India
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In India, social classification based on caste has its origin in ancient times. It was transformed by various ruling elites in medieval, early-modern, and modern India, especially in the aftermath of
Seventy two Specimens of Castes in India
Seventy two Specimens of Castes in India
Seventy two Specimens of Castes in India
Seventy two Specimens of Castes in India
Dalit
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Dalit, also called Harijans is a term used for untouchables and outcasts, who represent the lowest stratum of the castes in the Indian subcontinent. Dalits were excluded from the fourfold varna of the
Caste system in India
…followed by Vaishyas (traders and merchants) and finally Shudras (labourers). Outside of this system are the oppressed, marginalised, and persecuted Dalits (also known as "Untouchables") and Adivasis (tribals). Over time, the system became increasingly rigid, and the emergence of jati led to further…
A school of untouchables near Bangalore, by Lady Ottoline Morrell
Representation of the varna system hierarchy, depicting Brahmins (priests) at the highest level and Dalits (historically marginalised as untouchables, considered outside the varna system) at the lowest stratum
Dalit leaders at Bahujan Samaj Party head office
A Sikh gurdwara in Smethwick. The majority of gurdwaras in Britain are caste-based and one can indirectly inquire about a person's caste based upon which gurdwara the person attends.