Caste can be challenged and dismantled through awareness and action from "summary" of Caste by Isabel Wilkerson
To challenge and dismantle caste, one must first recognize its existence and the ways in which it operates in society. Caste is a system of hierarchy and division that assigns individuals to fixed social groups based on characteristics such as race, religion, or occupation. It is a powerful force that shapes the lives of millions of people, often without their explicit awareness. Awareness of caste requires a willingness to confront uncomfortable truths about the ways in which society is organized and the privileges and disadvantages that come with one's place within the caste system. Without this awareness, it is impossible to take meaningful action to challenge and dismantle caste. Taking action against caste requires mo...
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