Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Brahmin representation in India

Brahmin representation in India

In a nation as diverse and complex as India, questions of representation and equity remain central to its democratic ethos. Despite comprising just 3–5% of the country’s population, Brahmins—traditionally regarded as the priestly and scholarly caste—continue to occupy a disproportionately high number of positions in India’s most powerful institutions, from the judiciary and bureaucracy to … Read more

Muslim girl commits suicide in India over discriminatory behavior

Indian Muslim girl commits suicide over discriminatory behavior

Muslim student Fatima Latif, who was studying in a first year of MA humanities and development studies (integrated), was found hanging in her hostel room at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. The 19-year-old topper Muslim Girl Student has committed suicide and the suicide note points to discrimination by ‘Brahmin’ Professor. Fatima Latif committed suicide … Read more