Assessing the Necessity and Impact of Caste-Based Reservations among the Dravidians
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https://doi.org/10.18311/dbijb/2023/35173Keywords:
Ambedkar, Caste, Caste Reservations, Dravidians, Skilled Workers
JEL Classification Code: H10
Abstract
In this study, the Dravidian community's need for and effects of caste-based reservations are investigated. Caste-based reservations, a measure put in place in India to rectify historical societal imbalances, have come under intense scrutiny and controversy. The Dravidian community, a sizable ethnic group in Southern India with a distinctive historical and social setting, is the subject of this study. This study's main goal is to determine if caste-based reservations are still required to solve socioeconomic inequities among Dravidians. To achieve this, a comprehensive analysis of the historical background, policy implementation, and current socio-economic indicators within the Dravidian community is conducted. The study identifies both positive outcomes, such as increased access to education and representation in government, as well as areas requiring continued attention, such as intra-caste disparities and the need for policy refinement. By examining the specific case of the Dravidians, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the effectiveness and necessity of such policies in addressing historical social inequalities.
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