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VOL. 7, ISSUE 5 (2022)
Caste, education, and exclusion: Re-Examining theories of social reproduction and transformation
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Dr. Chaganti Rami Reddy
Abstract
Caste continues to shape social hierarchies in
South Asia, influencing access to education, resources, and opportunities while
perpetuating cycles of exclusion. This theoretical paper critically examines
the intersection of caste, education, and exclusion, drawing on
interdisciplinary literature from sociology, education, gender studies, and
development studies. It investigates how caste-based hierarchies are reproduced
through institutional, cultural, and technological mechanisms, and how
education functions simultaneously as a site of social reproduction and a
potential tool for transformation. The study highlights the role of
intersectionality in understanding compounded disadvantages, particularly for
women from marginalized castes, and explores the ways in which technological
interventions, welfare programs, and curricula both reinforce and challenge
exclusionary practices. Furthermore, the paper identifies theoretical pathways
for fostering social transformation, emphasizing the importance of agency,
participatory engagement, and inclusive social infrastructures. By integrating
insights across diverse domains, this study provides a nuanced understanding of
how inequality is maintained and contested in contemporary South Asia. The
findings underscore the need for multidimensional approaches to social
inclusion that consider structural, cultural, and technological factors. This
paper contributes to theoretical debates on social reproduction and
transformation, offering a framework for future research and policy aimed at
reducing caste-based exclusion and enhancing educational equity.
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Pages:27-32
How to cite this article:
Dr. Chaganti Rami Reddy "Caste, education, and exclusion: Re-Examining theories of social reproduction and transformation". International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, Vol 7, Issue 5, 2022, Pages 27-32
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