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Explain the following concept with example. Casteism

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Explain the following concept with example.

Casteism

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Casteism refers to loyalty to one’s own caste before loyalty to the nation. This may lead to the caste members protecting their own caste group through social service, education, medical and other welfare schemes etc. which leads to several problems.

Example: Members belonging to one particular caste unite against the members of another caste, presenting a challenge to national integration.

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Chapter 3: Diversity and Unity in Indian Society - Explain the following concepts with examples.

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SCERT Maharashtra Sociology [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 3 Diversity and Unity in Indian Society
Explain the following concepts with examples. | Q 12
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