Rajni Kothari Caste In Indian Politics 15.pdf

So open your PDF. Read the highlighted passages. Argue with them. And then turn to Page 16.

This document is a seminal excerpt or chapter (likely from the 1970 edited volume Caste in Indian Politics ) by Rajni Kothari, one of India’s foremost political scientists. The “15” in the filename may refer to a page range, section number, or institutional archive code. Kothari’s work fundamentally challenged the assumption that caste was a dying, traditional force being replaced by modern democratic politics. Instead, he argued that caste has adapted, intensified, and become a critical instrument of political mobilization. Rajni Kothari Caste In Indian Politics 15.pdf

In "Caste in Indian Politics," Kothari argued that caste had become a dominant factor in Indian politics, influencing voting behavior, party politics, and even the nature of democratic participation. She contended that the persistence of caste in Indian politics was not merely a reflection of social hierarchy but also a product of the democratic process itself. Kothari identified several key factors that contributed to the entrenchment of caste in Indian politics: So open your PDF

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Kothari highlights the role of caste as a mobilizing force in Indian politics. She argues that caste provides a readily available identity for people to rally around, particularly in a context where economic and social inequalities are pronounced. The mobilization of castes as voting blocs has become a common phenomenon, with parties often using caste as a means to consolidate support and secure electoral victories. This process has contributed to the proliferation of caste-based politics, where parties prioritize the interests of specific castes over others.