Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd  Reservation is not the cause of caste – it is a consequence. Without dismantling caste-based discrimination, even reservations cannot create a level playing field.  Illustration: Pariplab Chakraborty In an earlier article, I discussed how Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s slogan, “Ek Rahenge To Safe Rahenge (If we remain one, we will be safe)”, is intended … Continue reading How a Caste Census Can Lead Us Towards a Casteless India 

by Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd V T Rajshekar’s death, on 20 November, 2024, though at the age of 93, saddens me deeply in one sense, but allows me to celebrate his life and legacy. He was a friend and a guide of courage and confidence for activists and writers like me across India and beyond. Because of … Continue reading V T Rajshekar: A Shetty Converted To Dalitism Left A Legacy That India Never Knew Before

Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public meeting ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly polls, in Pune. File photo: PTI Modi govt doesn't want to collect caste data in next national census; hence it has started a campaign saying a caste census will divide Indian society On November 11, while campaigning in Maharashtra, … Continue reading BJP’s unity-safety call is linked to its aversion to caste census

in India by Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd I request the Indian media to publish this e-mail correspondence between me and Mr. N.S. Madhavan, as it involves the issue of Freedom of Expression, which is a lifeline of democracy. As a citizen of India and as a writer I strongly oppose any force that threatens, the freedom  of expression, … Continue reading Cancelling Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd And Freedom Of Expression