Politics in contemporary India is marked by the resurgence of caste politics. Lot of caste based political parties sprung to life across the length and breadth of independent India. Caste-based political parties have initiated a brutal process of concentrating on the large vote bank of a particular caste. Caste-based politics is surely a negative phenomenon to the Indian political arena. Political parties and leaders should understand that caste based politics might act as a hindrance to the nations development.
The present book describes the history and development caste politics over the years. It narrates the advantages and disadvantages of politicisation of caste groups and also discusses the socioeconomic development of schedules community in India after Independence. It will be highly useful reference tool for students and researchers in the fields of sociology and politics.
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