Patel reservation agitation from social movement to political party - The Hindu
Patel reservation agitation from social movement to political party - The Hindu
My VIEW:
My VIEW:
October
3, 2015
Sporadic
eruptions
The current century
is witness to several sporadic eruptions in social sector, many of them having
roots in hunger and deprivation and some having communal or political colours,
roots of which can again be traced to exploitation, present or past. With
improvement in literacy level and awareness of rights and wrongs due to better
communication facilities, governments will be doing a service to humanity by
taking cognizance of these movements which are now localised. The earlier they
understand the advantages of ensuring semblance of equity and respect for humanitarian
concerns, the better.
Our curse is, vested
interests cover up real issues which can result in an outflow from their
ill-gotten wealth. It is here, the social groups and governments should take
lead and bring transparency in enforcement of existing law and make amends
where law itself is tailored for the benefit of the rich and the powerful. The
women’s agitation in the plantations in Kerala where the fight is for a daily
wage as low as Rs500 may go down in history as a ‘case study’ for disrespect for
human rights.
M
G Warrier, Mumbai
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