In a recent statement, Professor GN Saibaba has alleged that prisoners in Indian jails are assigned tasks based on their caste. Saibaba, an activist and academic known for his work on human rights and social justice, has raised concerns about the perpetuation of caste discrimination within the prison system.

According to Saibaba, the practice of assigning jail tasks according to caste reinforces social hierarchies and perpetuates systemic inequality. He argues that this approach not only discriminates against individuals based on their caste but also undermines efforts to promote equality and justice within the prison system.

Saibaba’s claims have sparked a debate about the need for reforms in the treatment of prisoners and the broader issue of caste discrimination in India. Advocates for prison reform and human rights are calling for an investigation into these practices and the implementation of measures to ensure that all prisoners are treated with dignity and fairness, regardless of their caste.

The authorities have yet to respond to these allegations, but the issue raises important questions about the extent of caste-based discrimination in various institutions and the steps needed to address it.