Two negative impacts of casteism in Indian politics are as follows:
- Damage to the spirit of fraternity and unity :
It damages the sentiments of fraternity and unity. Enmity increases in the wake of conflicts between ethnic/ racial groups to further their own interests. The atmosphere becomes tense and conflicting and social harmony get disturbed. During the Gujjar riots in Rajasthan, there were clashes between the Meenas and Gujjars, leading to social tensions.
Casteist thoughts enhance conservatism. And hence the fruits of scientific and progressive approaches do not get ripened. As a result, casteism promotes traditionalism and modem outlook gets hampered.
