Articles related to "Caste System"

The religious factors discussed derive from the main religions that have taken root within India, namely Hinduism, Islam, and the Sikh faith.

Origins of the Indian Caste System, academics since the 1970s are of the opinion that it is an artificial British construct to maintain the Indian divide and rule policy.

The ancient history of Nepal is not well-known. Was it influenced only by India and China or did it have its own culture? Who are the Newar people?

Dalits or untouchables are still considered outcasts in India and remain impoverished, discriminated against and segregated.

How did the Ancient Indians keep their women safe during the perilous months of pregnancy and after childbirth?

Social stratification exists in contemporary society under the social class system - from poor to rich and with varying degrees in between.

How did the caste system start in ancient India and what were the purposes of the different castes?

The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy tells the story of the communist state of Kerala and the forbidden love between two castes, which changes the lives of everyone.

Who are the millions of social and cultural outcasts in the world's biggest democracy? A look at the reality of Untouchables.

What was the nature of slavery in Ancient India? What kind of people were slaves? Was it possible to escape?

Yudhishthir, the eldest Pandava, was known for his wisdom. He answers a medley of questions from the Yaksha on a wide range of topics.

The Supreme Court of Nepal responded favorably to petitions by several human rights groups who have been campaigning for the government to investigate disappearances.

Ambedkar represented the Harijans in the negotiations with Gandhi at the independence of India. This is the story of his life.

Rice, wheat, barley and barbecued animals flavoured with spices and fruit formed the basis of the cuisine of rich Indians of the past. What else did they eat and why?

Hinduism has a wide range of scriptures - philosophical, prescriptive and mythological. The role of women and the Caste System are some of the contentious issues.

In the middle of the 19th century Hinduism was at one of its lowest points. The influence of the Bhakti Movement had waned. The British were totally in control.

Buddhism originated in India around the 5th century BC and greatly influenced Indian culture. It declined, ironically, because of its widespread acceptance by Hindus.

Japan under Shogun rule is a fascinating study of development of a feudal caste system with Samurai model of Confucius laws leading to a society of Japanese discipline.

The conquest of Peru introduced the White man to this region. This immigration was the seed of mestizaje or miscegenation, the interbreeding of races.

A further look at the lives of India's millions of outcasts, specifically at the ways in which it is impacted bt violence.

The 1791 Slave Revolt of the French colony of Haiti is regarded as the first successful rebellion of the Latin American colonies against European rule.

Traditions, privilege and expectations in India from 200 BC.

Simple things like finding a job, taking a shower and answering the phone are things we take for granted, but are problems for many homeless people.

In 1915 the United States Marines invaded the Republic of Haiti. This invasion resulted in an occupation that lasted until 1935.

"Bride and Prejudice" is a stunningly beautiful, visual film.

For British India to rule in India they adopted divide and rule tactics, which encouraged the growth of religious and ethnic sectarianism leading to creation of Pakistan

Brief biography of English writer E.M. Forster, famous for five novels including 'A Passage to India,' 'A Room with a View' and 'Howard's End.'

Movie star Humphrey Bogart was a serious actor - and set out to prove just that in 1950's excellent film noir In a Lonely Place. To do so, he cast himself against type.

Manga, Japan's new cultural export, caters for grownups as much as the little ones. Here's a selection to explore this relatively new medium by.

While the world dreads the loss of millions of jobs due to the global economic crisis, the victorious sit-in of the Sangtin Kisan Mazdoor Sanghatan (SKMS) offers hope.

As with any religion, the pros and cons of the philosophy and practices associated with Jainism can be noted.

Volume One of Osamu Tezuka's Buddha is a playful imagining of the events surrounding the birth of the Buddha.

Brief outline of the origin of the 'untouchable' class of Hinduism, struggles for its abolition, and how Dalits fare in modern India.

The Enlightenment, an intellectual movement of the Eighteenth Century, was characterized by interest in social progress and reason.

Mahatma Gandhi dedicated his life to Indian independence through pacifism and non-violence, yet this scarcely identifies him as a Christ archetype or avatar.

The poetic works of Kabir Das transcend religions and reveal a universal spiritual consciousness in simple and easy to understand language.

Teens who appreciate authentic science fiction will love these classic sci-fi novels which originally inspired, and continue to influence, the entire sci-fi genre.

Through Suri's use of religion in The Death of Vishnu he reveals much about Indian culture.

According to Paramahansa Yogananda, all religions serve the same purpose: to reunite one's soul with the Supreme Soul or God.

Discover where religion came from in this overview of comparative religions and how they influenced Christianity today.