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India's caste system with untouchables, dalits, who are untouchable by mere touch.

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 Understanding the Caste System in India and the Lives of Untouchable People The caste system in India has deep roots in the country's history and continues to shape the lives of millions of people. This social hierarchy, characterized by hereditary divisions and restrictions on social mobility, has a profound impact on the social, economic, and cultural fabric of Indian society. Within this complex system, one group that has historically faced severe discrimination and social exclusion is the untouchables. In this article, we will explore the caste system in India, delve into the lives of untouchable people, and shed light on their struggles and resilience. Introduction The caste system is a hierarchical social structure prevalent in India for centuries. It categorizes individuals into different social groups based on their birth. These groups, known as castes, are stratified in a way that determines an individual's social status, occupation, and privileges within society. The...

India's Bhopal gas leak recorded as worst disaster in history

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 The Bhopal Disaster of 1984: A Tragedy That Shook the World The Bhopal Disaster is one of the worst industrial accidents in history, which claimed thousands of lives and caused severe health hazards to many more. The tragedy occurred on December 2, 1984, when a toxic gas leak from the Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL) pesticide plant in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, took place. The effects of the disaster were felt worldwide, and it is still considered one of the worst environmental catastrophes in modern times. In this article, we will dive deep into the events leading up to the disaster, the aftermath, and the long-term impact of the Bhopal Disaster. Introduction In this section, we will provide a brief overview of the Bhopal Disaster, outlining the key points we will cover in the article. Historical Background The Bhopal Disaster did not occur in a vacuum; it was the result of a series of decisions and events that unfolded over time. In this section, we will explore the histo...

2019 Pulwama car bombing in India

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 The full extent of the 2019 Pulwama terrorist attacks on a vehicle convoy carrying security personnel on the Jammu-Sirinagar national highway in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama region, India, on 14 February 2019, shocked the world. The attack killed 40 Indian Central Reserve Police (CRPF) agents and injured many. Let's take a closer look at the details of this tragic event. Introduction to the 2019 Pulwama terrorist incident The Pulwama attack was one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in India's. The attack was carried out by a suicide bomber who drove a vehicle loaded with explosives into a CRPF convoy. The responsibility for the attack was claimed by the Pakistan-based terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). The CRPF convoy was moving from Jammu to Srinagar when the attack and its aftermath attack occurred. A suicide bomber, 19-year-old local Kashmiri Adil Ahmad Dar, joined JeM a year before the attack. He drove a car carrying explosives, estimated to weigh about 300-350 kg...