Caste bias robs Mamta of water, locals 'cleanse' pump after use
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
A report highlights how caste-based discrimination and water scarcity in Bundelkhand's drought-prone region disproportionately affect Dalit communities like the Valmiki.
Background
The Bundelkhand region (UP and MP) is a semi-arid plateau prone to severe droughts and rising temperatures (up to 48°C). Despite the Jal Jeevan Mission, many residents rely on handpumps where Dalit women face 'cleansing' rituals and exclusion by dominant castes.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceBundelkhand: A semi-arid region spanning parts of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
- SchemeJal Jeevan Mission: Government initiative to provide tap water to every rural household.
- FactBundelkhand temperatures have been recorded nearing 48°C in recent summers.
- EnvironmentBundelkhand plateau: Characterized by rocky terrain with low groundwater storage capacity.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how intersectional vulnerabilities, such as caste and climate change, exacerbate water insecurity for marginalized communities in India's drought-prone regions.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- intersectional discrimination
- climate-induced water stress
- structural inequality
- way forward: community-led water governance
Keywords: intersectional vulnerability · water insecurity · caste hierarchy · climate change · social exclusion
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