The persistence of caste stigma against Dalits in India is a complex issue rooted in historical, social, economic, and ...

Dalit – Member of what was traditionally considered to be the lowest caste in the Indian caste system. Previously referred ... one of the two great Sanskrit epics of ancient India.

Until the modern age they have remained largely self-contained, endogamous (marrying within the tribe), physically distinctive in appearance and outside the Hindu caste system. Many retain their ...

Caste People included in this caste ... They have the duty of teaching people about Hindu scripture and dharma, interpreting the ancient texts for everyone. They lead worship.