Correlation between Cast and Gender in Bihar

Abstract

This study looks into the relationship between caste and gender in Bihar, an Indian state with deeply entrenched caste structures and gender disparities. Bihar's social structure is primarily shaped by the intersection of caste-based stratification and patriarchal traditions, which influence access to education, economic opportunity, and political engagement. This study investigates how caste and gender combine to influence This study investigates the relationship between caste and gender in Bihar, an Indian state with well entrenched caste systems and gender inequities. Bihar's social structure is primarily determined by the junction of caste-based stratification and patriarchal traditions, which influence access to education, economic opportunity, and political participation. This study studies how caste and gender connect to impact the socioeconomic and political status of individuals, particularly underprivileged

Based on the analysis of secondary sources, this study explores how women from lower castes face compounded disadvantages compared to upper-caste women and men across caste categories. Caste-based discrimination exacerbates gender inequalities, leading to limited mobility, lower literacy rates, and restricted access to healthcare and employment for lower-caste women. Additionally, societal expectations and traditional norms further restrict the agency of women in lower castes, impacting their quality of life and perpetuating cycles of poverty.

By analyzing the correlation between caste and gender, this study seeks to provide a nuanced understanding of how these intersecting factors contribute to structural inequalities in Bihar. The findings underscore the need for policies that address both caste and gender as interconnected determinants of social exclusion, advancing a more equitable framework for marginalized populations in Bihar.