Social Change among Siddi Community : A sociological study in Karnataka.
Author(s): Dr. Shivananda S Kempaller
Authors Affiliations:
KARNATAKA STATE AKKAMAHADEVI WOMENS UNIVERSITY VIJAYAPURA
DOIs:10.2017/IJRCS/202505011     |     Paper ID: IJRCS202505011This study explores the patterns of social change within the Siddi community in Karnataka, focusing on transformations in their socio-economic, cultural, educational, and political life. The Siddi people—an Afro-Indian tribal group—have faced historical marginalization but are gradually experiencing shifts due to government schemes, education, and social integration.
Dr. Shivananda S Kempaller(2025); Social Change among Siddi Community : A sociological study in Karnataka., International Journal of Research Culture Society, ISSN(O): 2456-6683, Volume – 9, Issue – 5, Pp.60-65. Available on – https://ijrcs.org/
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