#Madiga

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this piece is written so well, reads just like a story, that i'm struggling on which excerpts to showcase for this post. please read the whole thing when you get the chance!

“They forbade us from feeding our own before we went to feed their children. They never prohibited us physically,” she said, her jaw clenched, adding that the fear they inculcated was enough for them to obey. “They didn’t want their children nursing from the breast of a woman who had just fed an untouchable child.” Driving her stick farther into the ground, she added: “Sons of b******.” “I was distressed about starving my child, but I always went along with it because that is how it worked,” Narsamma said. She would be compensated sporadically. “I was paid with a sack of grains or 10 or 20 paise [less than 1 cent].” She looked around, before adding: “Soon as I reached their premises, I was provided with a piece of soap and was asked to take a bath near the cattle shed. Which human being would want to be treated that way? I left my baby starving in the house to feed their child. And while we slaved away our bodies for them, they saw it as nothing less than their birthright to treat us like that.”

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The women began to speak about Madiga food habits and, in particular, eating beef. Most Hindus who are not Dalits do not eat beef because cattle are considered sacred animals, but it is a staple food for many Dalit communities like mine. For Madigas, meat from the dead cattle our community disposed of was often our only source of food, and we became associated with consuming beef. Non-Dalits have long humiliated people who eat beef by saying they are impure. But beef was not only an easy, protein-rich source of food for my community, it also played a significant role in our nutritional customs. Such customs have faded as our community has tried to dissociate itself from a cultural practice that we were shamed for. The marginalisation of those who eat beef has only grown since 2014 after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government came to power and banned the slaughter of cattle in many states, fuelling the rise of violent vigilantism against beef-eating minorities. Beef played a particular postpartum role for Madigas. “For about 12 days following childbirth, our elders made sure we ate a nutritious diet of a different assortment of beef parts every day,” Narsamma said. “The elders carefully chalked out every day’s diet to make sure we had the strength to sustain ourselves after giving birth and to produce sufficient nutritious milk for our babies. All the castes knew about this custom and hence had a popular opinion that our women produce nutritious milk.” The sun had nearly set, and the women fanned themselves to keep the mosquitoes away. They would soon return home to tend to their families and the evening chores. “They humiliated us as impure and dirty every day for eating beef, but they wanted the milk of the beef eaters,” Narsamma said. “They say we polluted the air they breathed, but they wanted our bodies to feed their children.”

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మాల మేధావుల తప్పుడు ప్రచారం

సుప్రీంకోర్టు తీర్పునే తప్పుబడుతున్నారు రాజకీయ లబ్ధి కోసమే వర్గీకరణపై తప్పుడు ప్రచారం నాడు వంశీకృష్ణ, వివేక్​ వెంకటస్వామి ఎక్కడున్నారు? జనాభా దామాషా ప్రకారం ఎవరి వాటా వాళ్లకే దక్కాలి రాజ్యాంగంలో డాక్టర్​ బీఆర్​ అంబేద్కర్​ అప్పుడే రాశారు మాదిగ ఐక్యవేదిక వ్యవస్థాపకులు మంగి విజయ్ సామాజికసారథి, నాగర్​ కర్నూల్​: కొంతమంది మాల ప్రజాప్రతినిధులు, మేధావులు ఎస్సీ వర్గీకరణపై తప్పుగా మాట్లాడుతున్నారని…

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Challenges and Triumphs - Stories from Madiga Matrimony

Introduction:

Madiga matrimony, deeply rooted in tradition and cultural values, is a journey filled with both challenges and triumphs. The Madiga community, primarily found in southern India, holds its matrimonial customs and practices in high regard, seeing them as essential to maintaining the fabric of their society. Despite the strong foundation of tradition, modern influences and societal changes present unique challenges for couples. This article delves into the challenges and triumphs experienced in Madiga matrimony through personal stories, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of this vibrant community.

Challenges in Madiga Matrimony:

Balancing Tradition and Modernity:

Challenge: One of the significant challenges faced by Madiga couples is balancing traditional expectations with modern lifestyles. The younger generation often finds it difficult to adhere strictly to age-old customs while pursuing contemporary careers and lifestyles.

Story: Arjun and Priya, a young Madiga couple, faced friction when Arjun's family insisted on traditional living arrangements that conflicted with their desire for independence. Over time, they managed to negotiate a balance, maintaining familial respect while carving out their own space.

Caste Discrimination:

Challenge: Despite legal protections and societal progress, caste discrimination still poses a challenge. Madiga individuals may face prejudice when marrying outside their community, making intercaste marriages a complex issue.

Story: Ramesh, a Madiga man, fell in love with Anita, who belonged to a different caste. Their union was initially met with resistance from both families. Through perseverance and the support of like-minded friends, they eventually gained acceptance, highlighting the slow but positive shift in societal attitudes.

Economic Pressures:

Challenge: Economic disparities can be a significant obstacle, especially in arranging marriages. Dowries and wedding expenses can place enormous financial pressure on families.

Story: Kavitha's family struggled to meet the financial demands for her wedding. Community support and innovative thinking, such as a collaborative fund within their neighborhood, helped them organize a beautiful ceremony without falling into debt.

Adapting to Technological Changes:

Challenge: With the advent of online matrimonial platforms, traditional matchmaking methods are evolving. Adapting to these changes while maintaining cultural authenticity can be challenging.

Story: Anil and Sneha met through an online matrimonial site, a relatively new concept in their village. Initially skeptical, their families eventually embraced the idea, appreciating the platform's ability to connect like-minded individuals within the same community.

Triumphs in Madiga Matrimony:

Preserving Cultural Heritage:

Triumph: Despite modern influences, many Madiga couples successfully preserve their cultural heritage through wedding rituals and ceremonies.

Story: Suresh and Meena's wedding was a grand celebration of Madiga traditions, featuring elaborate rituals like Jeelakarra Bellam and Saptapadi. Their meticulous adherence to customs inspired many in their community to honor their heritage.

Strong Family Bonds:

Triumph: Family plays a crucial role in supporting and guiding couples through their marital journey, strengthening bonds and ensuring stability.

Story: After their wedding, Ravi and Latha faced early marital challenges. The unwavering support from both their families helped them navigate these difficulties, reinforcing the importance of family in Madiga matrimony.

Empowerment through Education:

Triumph: Education is empowering the younger generation, allowing them to make informed choices in their matrimonial decisions.

Story: Deepika, a well-educated Madiga woman, insisted on a marriage based on mutual respect and equality. Her stance encouraged many young women in her community to pursue education and demand fair treatment in their matrimonial alliances.

Community Support Systems:

Triumph: The Madiga community often rallies together to support each other, particularly during matrimonial ceremonies and financial hardships.

Story: During the pandemic, when traditional large gatherings were impossible, the community came together to organize virtual ceremonies and pooled resources to ensure weddings could proceed safely and joyfully.

Conclusion:

Madiga matrimony is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the community. While the journey is fraught with challenges such as balancing tradition with modernity, caste discrimination, economic pressures, and adapting to technological changes, the triumphs of preserving cultural heritage, strong family bonds, empowerment through education, and robust community support systems are profound. The stories of Madiga couples navigating these complexities highlight their determination to honor their traditions while embracing change, ensuring the continued vibrancy and relevance of their cultural practices. Through these narratives, we see the enduring spirit of the Madiga community, committed to fostering harmony and resilience in the face of evolving societal landscapes.

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Madiga matrimony

Madiga matrimony is a matchmaking website for Madiga caste people. Madiga is a Hindu community predominantly found in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. They speak Telugu. Eligible marriage seekers can register their biodata on a Madiga matrimonial website to find a suitable match within the Madiga community. Community based matrimonial websites are popular in caste prevalent India.

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Malas and Madigas

Context: The rivalry between the Malas and Madigas, sub-castes among the Scheduled Castes (SCs) in Telangana, has come to the fore yet again after political parties announced candidates for the general elections. About Mala and Madiga Madiga:  The Madiga community is a Telugu caste, mainly living in the southern states of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. However, they also live in…

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 The Present Day Devadasi system: Sexual exploitation of women in the name of tradition

According to a one-man commission report constituted by the Government of Andhra Pradesh in 2013, there are about 4,50,000 devadasis spread across the country.  The National Commission for Women (NCW), however, reported only 48,358 Devadasis in India (Kothari, et al. 2019). It is perceivably hard to enumerate the exact number of Devadasis in the country. One reason being that this outlawed practice is often kept under wraps for fear of stigma and legal action. Secondly, being an abolished practice, official agencies assume that the practice simply does not exist. 

However, the truth is that even after the practice was abolished (on paper) in 1925, the devadasi dedication and practice continues to exist in parts of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa and even Assam & Odisha.

The fall from Glory to Gory

In the context of the present day, the devadasi practice involves young girls of about 4 or 5 being “dedicated” to Goddess Yellamma. It basically makes the girl available for sex once she attains puberty, but denying her the right to marry. Once the dedicated girl attains puberty, she is given her first sexual partner. At such a tender age, the young dedicated girls are unaware of the laws protecting them and by the time they are in a position to do something about their predicament, they have already turned 30-35 years old. Once they are too old for their patrons, they become daily wage labourers on agricultural farms or even move to semi-urban areas to take up construction work, domestic work, sex work for survival. 

Before the word Devadasi became synonymous to a sex worker, the Devadasis were at least privy to respect and equality where they had the choice to work and earn as performers in order to financially support their families. They were never economically dependent on their partners as they would earn gold and/or land as reward for their performances in royal and noble courts.  However, when patronage from temples stopped, this agency was taken away, and after dedication many women were forced to enter sex work of some sort to make ends meet.

Caste Dynamics

Additionally, due to the centuries-old upper caste domination and the socio-economic marginalisation of the lower castes, this now changed facet of the Devadasi tradition soon found abode in the female members of the ‘lower’ communities of the society; usually Dalits and Bahujans, particularly from the Madiga and Valmiki castes. Almost all the devadasis of present day come from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) communities. 

Traditions making them more vulnerable to exploitation

Even though the words Devadasi and sex worker seem replaceable, the terms must not be used synonymously. Devadasis are, even today, different from sex workers. ‘Modern’ Devadasis usually maintain long-term sexual relationships with men, almost disguised as a socially sanctioned practice like marriage and depend on their ‘generous patronage’ (cash or kind) for financial support. Due to the religious association attached with Devadasis, they require this ‘ generous patronage’ from their sexual partners and are not, unlike sex workers, in a position to demand payment, negotiate, or refuse sexual services if the terms are not acceptable to them. Whatever little freedom that sex workers have, is not lent to Devadasis, making their position in society even more vulnerable. There is no stability and surety of how much and when the patron will pay. Additionally, the patrons may never take responsibility for the children born out of this relationship.

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