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A Poisonous Poison| Casteism

A Boon or Curse?

A Six-Part Reflective Series 

by Rakesh Kushwaha

Introduction

 Casteism - a poisonous poison that has shaped India for centuries.

Some call it tradition.

Some call it identity.

Some call it a system.

But for those who have lived through its many layers,

it becomes an experience of pain, adjustment, confusion, survival, and sometimes, silent rebellion.

This series is not built on books or borrowed ideas.

It flows from my eyes, ears, memories, and lived reality - 

• from a remote village to South Mumbai,

• from district boards to international universities,

• from childhood innocence to adult introspection.

It is a journey through six layers of casteism - 

from its cruel roots to its polished urban version,

from visible discrimination to invisible profiling,

from local identity to global freedom.

Each part carries a different truth, a different observation, and a different turning point in my understanding of humanity.

This series is not written to blame or hurt anyone.

It is written to understand, reflect, observe, and awaken.

A humble attempt to hold a mirror in front of society —

and also in front of myself.

Index of the Series

(Links will be active soon)

Part 1 — A Poison at Root Level

 The Underground Poison: Segregation, Scorn & Invisible Walls

 Untouchability, separate wells, separate utensils, temple restrictions, harsh power dynamics…

The rawest, most unapologetic form of casteism — the root of the poison.

Link: https://mathivationhub.blogspot.com/2025/11/daily-mirror-part-1-poison-at-roots.html

Part 2 — Casteism as a Raw Poison: Bottom of the Stem

When Politics, Power & Tradition Collide

Caste softens during elections but hardens in daily life.

Real stories of humiliation, helplessness, and personal scars.

Link: 

https://mathivationhub.blogspot.com/2025/11/daily-mirror-part-2raw-poison-in-stem.html

Part 3 — A Mixture of Honey & Poison: Town-Level Casteism

Convenience vs Culture: The Tea-shop Compromise

Shops serve everyone; homes don’t.

Children play together; families stay divided.

Society swings between change and habit.

Link:

https://mathivationhub.blogspot.com/2025/11/daily-mirror-part-3poisonous-poison.html

Part 4 — Business Above Caste: Filtered Urban Casteism

The Surname Shield &Silent Profiling

Urban life looks modern but identity filters remain.

Education, workplaces, introductions, surnames - 

caste travels quietly behind the scenes.

Link:

https://mathivationhub.blogspot.com/2025/11/daily-mirror-part-4-business-above-caste.html

Part 5 — Language Above Caste: State-Level Sugar Coating

Unity Outside, Division Inside

Outside the state, language becomes identity;

within the state, caste returns.

A sweet–salty reality of migration and belonging.

Link 

https://mathivationhub.blogspot.com/2025/11/daily-mirror-part-5-language-above-caste.html

Part 6 — Nation Above Caste: The Global Filter of Humanity

Where Caste Ends & Character Begins

Abroad, no one cares about your caste — only capability.

Village identity disappears; real culture shines;

character becomes your true caste.

Link: 

https://mathivationhub.blogspot.com/2025/11/daily-mirror-part-6-poisonous-poison.html

Why This Series Matters

Because casteism still lives in:

• our questions

• our habits

• our tone 

• our introductions

• our circles

• our traditions

• our comfort zones

And healing begins with:

awareness, reflection, courage, and compassion.

If this series touches even one reader’s heart,

if it sparks dialogue or introspection,

its purpose is fulfilled.

Disclaimer

This series is purely educational and motivational.

The intention is not to target, blame, or hurt anyone.

It simply reflects lived experiences to help society understand itself more deeply.

With Gratitude

Thank you, Universe,

for providing me courage, clarity, and insight

to bring these reflections into words.

Thank you, dear reader,

for walking with me through all six layers.