California caste law: US state taking on caste-based discrimination
May 6, 2023 #Discrimination #US #California
California may become the first jurisdiction in the United States to bar discrimination based on ca
May 6, 2023 #Discrimination #US #California
California may become the first jurisdiction in the United States to bar discrimination based on caste.
The caste system is a centuries-old tradition that began within Hinduism and also influenced other religions in South Asia.
The politician promoting the bill says it is a major issue in Silicon Valley, where many people of Indian origin work.
Al Jazeera’s Rob Reynolds reports from Oakland, California.