India, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, is also home to a deeply rooted social hierarchy known as the caste system. Despite legal measures and social reforms, caste-based discrimination continues to affect millions.The caste system, originating over 2,000 years ago, divided society into hierarchical groups based on their karma (work) and dharma (duty). The four main categories were Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras, with the Dalits, or ‘untouchables,’ outside this system and facing severe discrimination.Caste inequality manifests in various forms, from limited access to education and employment to social exclusion and violence. Dalits and other marginalized communities often face systemic barriers that hinder their social and economic mobility.In the education sector, students from lower castes often encounter discrimination, lack of resources, and inadequate support. Despite affirmative action policies like reservations, the dropout rates among Dalit students remain high. In the job market, caste-based biases can limit opportunities, leading to underemployment and exploitation.Socially, caste discrimination can result in exclusion from community activities, denial of entry to temples, and segregation in housing and public spaces. Inter-caste marriages, though legally permitted, often face societal backlashDespite these challenges, many have risen to fight against caste discrimination.While legal measures like the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act aim to protect marginalized communities, enforcement remains inconsistent. Discrimination persists in subtle and overt forms, from workplace biases to social media harassment.It’s time to break the chains of caste inequality.Join the movement. Stand against caste discrimination. Promote equality for all. Together, we can create a future where everyone, regardless of caste, has the opportunity to thrive.