Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mankulam, Dhanesh Title A name given to the resource Debrahmanization Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2026 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Dalit Studies: Key Terms and Concepts;pp.291-298 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003634010-34" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003634010-34</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105032501703?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105032501703?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Mankulam D., Department of English and Cultural Studies, School of Arts and Humanities, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India Description An account of the resource This chapter explores the concept of Brahmanism and its pervasive influence on the caste system in India, emphasizing the need for debrahmanization as a means to dismantle caste-based oppression. Historically rooted in the priestly castes dominance, Brahmanism has shaped societal structures by perpetuating inequality, while debrahmanization seeks to challenge this hierarchical order. This chapter examines the theoretical underpinnings of Brahmanism, including its socio-political ideology, and contrasts it with alternative movements, such as Buddhism, which aim to disrupt Brahmanical supremacy. The process of debrahmanization is positioned as a critical act to create an egalitarian society, advocating for political and intellectual engagement with anti-caste movements. Scholars like Ambedkar, Phule, and contemporary thinkers have advanced this discourse, emphasizing the need to address caste discrimination in all areas of life, including education, literature, and politics. Ultimately, this chapter argues that debrahmanization is a necessary step towards achieving social justice and creating a more inclusive and democratic India. 2026 selection and editorial matter, Mahitosh Mandal and Sanjiv Kondekar; individual chapters, the contributors. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Taylor and Francis Relation A related resource ISBN: 978-104087057-0; 978-104105815-1; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online