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Since caste was around before Islam arrived, how did Muslim clerics, scholars and rulers view it? After Islam came to India, the only writer who discussed the caste question was Alberuni in the 11th century
The transition from tribe to caste has remained a contested phenomenon in India. Many tribal groups had left their religion, culture, language, and traditional practices to elevate their social status in the caste-based hierarchical society. This complex transition is addressed in the context of the Rajbanshi identity, highlighting the intricacies involved. Adopting the frame
»In TMC vs BJP Bengal Fight Over Matuas, the Rise of a Community and Its Caste Assertion 4-MIN READ In TMC vs BJP Bengal Fight Over Matuas, the Rise of a Community and Its Caste Assertion Both TMC and BJP are going all out to woo Matuas in Bengal. (File photos of Amit Shah and Mamata Banerjee) The BJP is working to assimilate the Mauta identity into the Hindutva identity. The TMC is trying to project their identity as that of the Bengali refugee aspiring for citizenship. Last Updated:February 06, 2021, 13:08 IST FOLLOW US ON: About 25 years ago, I was discussing caste politics in Bengal with...