This view presents the policy of reservation as a paradox: How can caste-sensitive reservation policies fight caste-sensitivity? The caste system is divisive insofar as caste is a constant from one’s birth onwards. The de facto segregation of Indian society also limits and stifles the prospects of a better life for many people. Reservation, a component of equalityThose opposing caste-based reservation also make another argument, pointing to what they consider a second paradox. For reservation to be truly transformative, it must be accompanied by a strong commitment to overcome the segregation of the caste system.

Source: The Hindu August 27, 2020 05:03 UTC