casteism
/ˈkæstiˌɪzəm/
noun
- Discrimination or prejudice based on a person's caste, especially in societies with a caste system.
- Casteism remains a serious problem in many rural areas, affecting access to education and jobs.
- Laws have been passed to punish casteism, but enforcement is often weak.
- The activist spoke out against casteism in hiring practices.
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