The Kathmandu Post on MSNOpinion

Enduring legacy of Ambedkar. Lessons for Nepal

Nepal, April 14 -- As one of the most profound and transformative figures of the 21st century, Dr BR Ambedkar continues to ...
The Kathmandu Post on MSNOpinion

After the apology

Nepal, March 31 -- Marginalised groups in Nepal, including Dalits, have faced decades of systemic exclusion from the ...
PBS

Why Seattle banned caste discrimination

Nearly 5.4 million South Asians live in the U.S., most of whom trace their roots to Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan or Sri Lanka, according to the group South Asian Americans Leading ...
San Diego Union-Tribune

What is India’s caste system? Is it contentious in U.S.?

Caste is an ancient system of social hierarchy based on one’s birth that is tied to concepts of purity and social status. Its history, evolution and current state are complicated. A move to outlaw ...
NPR

Some South Asian Americans believe caste-based prejudices exist in the U.S.

Some South Asians see the caste system as a reality in the United States and others do not. California State University and others have added caste as a protected category against discrimination. For ...