CASTE AND TRIBAL INEQUALITIES IN ANDHRA PRADESH: A SOCIO-ECONOMIC PERSPECTIVE

Section: Articles Published Date: 2024-12-01 Pages: 1-6 Views: 0 Downloads: 0

Authors

  • Rajagopal Rao PhD. Research Scholar, Department of History and Archaeology, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India
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Abstract

This study examines the socio-economic inequalities faced by Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on their access to education, healthcare, employment, and economic resources. Despite various governmental interventions, SCs and STs continue to face systemic challenges rooted in historical marginalization and structural disparities. The paper highlights key indicators of socio-economic development and analyzes the effectiveness of welfare schemes and affirmative action programs in addressing these inequalities. By integrating quantitative data and qualitative insights, the study underscores the need for tailored, community-specific policies to ensure equitable development and social justice for these marginalized groups in Andhra Pradesh.

Keywords

Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), Socio-economic inequalities