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by kumarvvr 1411 days ago
There is nothing wrong in identifying with a caste, or practising customs related to the caste.

It is thinking only my caste is good or having prejudiced ideas that is wrong.

Caste identity is essential to maintain tribal relations and networks (every part of the world has this and practices this), but feelings of caste superiority are to be eradicated.

I feel pity for your son because instead of giving him a choice and making him understand what is good and bad, you are preventing him from hearing about it at all, which, in my view, is even worse and will be a shock to him when he encounters situations he cannot handle because of your ignorance.

You may keep him away from caste, but the society will not.