Baba Ramchandra, originally named Shridhar Balwant Jodhpurkar, was a prominent figure in India’s peasant movement during the colonial era. He is best known for his role in organizing and mobilizing farmers to fight against the oppressive zamindari system and exploitative landlords in the early 20th century. His efforts laid the foundation for a structured peasant…
Introduction Caste hierarchies and power structures have played a central role in shaping the socio-economic and political landscape of rural Uttar Pradesh. Despite constitutional safeguards and affirmative action policies, caste remains a dominant determinant of access to resources, opportunities, and social mobility. This article explores how entrenched caste-based inequities and power dynamics perpetuate disparities, particularly…
Land reforms in India have been a cornerstone of social justice and economic redistribution since independence. These reforms aim to provide equitable access to land, eliminate exploitative practices, and enhance agricultural productivity. However, their implementation has been fraught with challenges that have hindered their success. Below is an in-depth exploration of these challenges and actionable…