Articles for tag: Alleviation, Broader, Caste, castes, Debates, Economic, Focusing, India, Inequality, Poverty, Prompting, Prospects, Shapes, Support

Caste inequality in India shapes economic prospects, prompting debates on focusing support for lower castes versus broader poverty alleviation.

Inequality in economies often stems from inherited advantages, not just wealth but also social status. In India, caste plays a significant role in shaping economic opportunities, particularly for those from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC), collectively known as lower castes. While affirmative actions aim to uplift these groups, there ...