GENDER INCLINATION IN SANGATI BY BAMA AND COMING OUT AS A DALIT : A MEMOIR BY YASHICA DUTT

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Dalit literature describes their fight for freedom from caste oppression in addition to depict the harsh conditions in which they live. Although this gives them hope of escaping their lower status, Dalits can achieve ultimate freedom not just by demanding justice and equality, but only after bringing about social change in which people respect and value their human identity. Dalit patriarchy is a significant issue in Bama's Sangati. Bama denounces the sexual and professional harassment that Dalit women experience from upper caste men and the police, as well as the domestic violence and abuse that Dalit males inflict on them at home. Coming Out as Dalit by Yashica Dutt discusses how caste is so subtle among us that it is frequently overlooked. The author describes her path of self-discovery and walks us through the history of the Dalit movement in this personal memoir, which is also a story of the Dalits; the effects of her community's lack of access to culture and education; the necessity of reservations; the dearth of Dalit voices in the media; the efforts of Dalit women's groups and their continuous contributions; and the attempts to address important issues of privilege and caste. The current study will focus on Bama's Sangati, which investigates the gender discrimination and violence Dalit women face at the hands of upper caste men and women as well as inside their own community. Additionally, it will depict how they are subjected to such cruel treatment in order to stand up for their rights and defy gender and caste standards.