LOOK AT DALIT IDENTITY FORMATION THROUGH DIGITAL MEDIA

Abstract

A new arena for discussions on Dalits' plight has emerged in the age of digital media, particularly social media. Opinions and forms of self-expression have erupted due to the social media rallying. The extensive Dalit forum is a place where members discuss and debate many topics, and the collective wisdom of the community is shedding light on the caste system and the injustices perpetrated by the majority in India. Through their participation in social media, Dalits are drawing attention to certain crimes and situations, which in turn compels mainstream media to cover them. Like in the past, when a crime is committed against a Dalit, there will be an overwhelming amount of information, images, and videos shared on Dalit forums. This makes it impossible for the media to ignore such tales.