Bad Quote by B. R. Ambedkar
“Caste may be bad. Caste may lead to conduct so gross as to be called man's inhumanity to man. All the same, it must be recognized that the Hindus observe Caste not because they are inhuman or wrong-headed. They observe Caste because they are deeply religious.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Annihilation of Caste, 1936
Caste is a religiously rooted social system that can produce extreme cruelty, yet its persistence is tied to deep faith.
In simple terms: Caste can be cruel but is linked to religion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize religious influence while challenging injustice.
Themes
social hierarchy
religion
human rights
injustice
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
sociopolitical
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- community education
- interfaith dialogue
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
caste system
social stratification
moral conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith be reinterpreted to promote equality?
- What reforms balance tradition and human dignity?
A Different Perspective
Religious devotion can reinforce harmful structures.
