Monday, September 22, 2008

Capitalism and caste

A recent NY times piece hints that economic reforms in India may have uplifted many "outcastes" and given them multiple opportunities. Although the life and work of Chandra Bhan Prasad is truly inspiring, the leit motif of capitalism inducing positive for all underprivileged classes raises many questions in my mind.

Becker sees it as further vindication for his theory of discrimination.

Nevertheless, cheers to Prasad, the fiery crusader

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