“A study conducted by IIM Ahmedabad in 2006 found that graduates belonging to SC/ST category earned significantly lower wages than those in the general category. This shows how historical inequalities created by caste structures have been strengthened by the present trajectory of capitalist “development” to intensify exploitation of labour of “untouchables” for profit. There is a need to reverse the present framework of economic & social policies and alter the polluted face of India’s democracy.” -Brinda Karat