Society · India
Bombay HC links space achievements to persistent caste discrimination
The Bombay High Court observed that despite India's advancements, including reaching the moon, the caste system continues to force citizens into jobs considered 'below human dignity,' specifically referencing manual scavenging. The court made this statement while quashing a private shift related to deaths from manual scavenging. The High Court highlighted the ongoing impact of caste discrimination on employment and societal status.
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- Centre (1): Deccan Herald
- Right (1): The Pioneer