Abstract
The primary question in this thesis being investigated is how effective has affirmative action (AA) been for improving the human rights and economic situation of scheduled castes (SCs) in India? This thesis analyzes the disciplines of human rights and economics by identifying differences, similarities, and possible areas of convergence. Then through a converged human rights and economic lens, the effectiveness of affirmative action (AA) for scheduled castes (SCs) in India is examined and seen as necessary but not enough in improving their economic and human rights situation. Although Affirmative Action is one avenue at improving both the human rights and economic situation of Scheduled Castes, the government must also enforce stricter laws and programs, promote primary education, secure health, and continue pro-poor policies for scheduled castes in order for Affirmative Action to be successful and accessible for this marginalized group.
Semester/Year of Award
Spring 2017
Mentor
Gyan Pradhan
Mentor Professional Affiliation
Government and Economics
Access Options
Open Access Thesis
Document Type
Bachelor Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelor's
Department
Government
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Government and Economics
Recommended Citation
Witherall, Jamie H., "Economic & Human Rights Development in India: A Look at the Effectiveness of Affirmative Action for Scheduled Castes" (2017). Honors Theses. 441.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/441
