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The Politics of the Plate: Caste and Consumption in Joothan

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Analysis reveals how caste-based violence manifests through food consumption in Dalit communities, suggesting acts of refusal empower identity.

The consumption of joothan signifies deeper caste-based violence and humiliation experienced by Dalits.
Food and commensality are critical in reinforcing upper-caste power and maintaining social hierarchies.
Acts of refusal against joothan become significant expressions of resistance and reclaiming Dalit dignity.
Valmiki's narrative connects historical caste oppression to ongoing food-related discrimination in modern India.

Pradhan et al. (2023) studied this question.

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Analysis reveals how caste-based violence manifests through food consumption in Dalit communities, suggesting acts of refusal empower identity.