ThePrint NationalInterest: CJI,IPS,IAS,Homebound: India’s wake-up call on caste discrimination & issues faced by Dalits,Muslims
Oct 12, 2025
Delving into India's enduring caste issues, the discussion highlights a shoe-throwing incident involving the Chief Justice and the tragic suicide of a Dalit IPS officer. The success of the film Homebound among affluent audiences prompts exploration into the effectiveness of education and reservations in fostering equality. It contrasts the struggles of Dalits and Muslims while addressing systemic prejudice in high offices. The podcast emphasizes the urgent need to confront these societal injustices impacting a significant portion of the population.
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Three Events Revealing Deep Fault Lines
- Three recent events expose persistent caste and minority problems in India even after 75 years of the Constitution.
- These events show systemic issues resurfacing at the highest levels of society.
Shoe, Suicide, And A Film
- Gupta recounts the shoe thrown at the Dalit Chief Justice and a Dalit IPS officer's suicide to illustrate real-world fallout.
- He also cites the unexpected success of the Dalit-directed film Homebound as a cultural counterpoint.
Elite Empathy For Marginalized Stories
- Homebound found traction among affluent professionals despite lacking typical star power or PR.
- The film prompted empathy in elite viewers and highlighted how reservations alone haven't solved inequality.