Rajni Kothari Caste In Indian Politics 15.pdf [exclusive] Instant

In many editions of Kothari’s essay “Caste in Indian Politics” (from his 1970 edited volume Caste in Indian Politics ), page 15 often discusses:

: Over time, the expression of caste in politics has evolved. The rise of lower-caste parties and the assertion of backward castes have marked significant shifts. Movements like the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), which specifically represents Dalit (formerly known as "untouchable") interests, and the Janata Dal (United), which has strong roots among the backward castes, illustrate this change. Rajni Kothari Caste In Indian Politics 15.pdf