Question Q.10JustifyGS1GS1
The dichotomy in public and private life in Indian society acts as a major barrier to the annihilation of caste. Justify. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks
Introduction
Untouchability was abolished by the Indian constitution in 1950. However, untouchability and caste discrimination still exists in covert forms due to dichotomy in public and private life in Indian society.
30 words
Main Body
In public life, a person may treat a Dalit equally as others. But in cases of marriage, caste becomes an issue.
Dichotomy in Public and Private Life:
Speaking ill of lower caste by higher caste people in their households is a common practice
Honour killings perpetrate this dichotomy
Dictats by Khap Panchayats lead to this dichotomy
Pratiloma marriages still are opposed by society
Private resentment against candidates who got selected due to reservation
— Ruhani · AIR 5
78 words2 paragraphs5 bullet points
Conclusion
Thus, unless this dichotomy between public and private life is resolved, caste discrimination will continue to be a problem for Indian society.
22 words
Diagram
Diagram titled 'DICHOTOMY IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE LIFE' with branches to honour killings, khap panchayats, pratiloma marriages, and private resentment against reservation candidates.
- Clear real-life examples like honour killings, khap panchayats
- Good conceptual framework of public-private dichotomy
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Topper
Ruhani
AIR 5
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient features of Indian Society
Caste
Caste discrimination
Writing Stats
130
Total words
2
Paragraphs
5
Bullets