Exploring the Impact of Caste on Australian Society

Consider a world where your last name or postal code dictated your friendships, marital choices, and career opportunities. In India, this reality is encapsulated in the intricate web of caste, a deeply ingrained aspect of society. This might appear distant from the Australian way of life, yet, intriguingly, there are voices within Australia's Indian community raising alarms about the encroachment of caste-based discrimination, akin to the odious concept of "untouchability," into our daily existence. In an investigative report produced in 2016, SBS Radio's Raymond Selvaraj and Kulasegaram Sanchayan delve into this concerning phenomenon, shedding light on a matter that challenges the values of equality and inclusivity that Australia prides itself on.

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