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Educational Upliftment of Depressed Classes in Tamil Nadu: A Historical Perspective

Author(s) Dr. J.P VIVEKANANDAN
Country India
Abstract Education has always played a crucial role in changing society and that can be seen with the experience of the Depressed Classes of India. After being denied access to any form of education for centuries these groups were able to overcome that obstruction by becoming empowered once again through the use of modern-day education. This empowerment started with the introduction of English and scientific education by the British in the early 1800s and continued on through the various social reform programmes in Tamil Nadu after India became independent from Britain in 1947. The establishment of various departments specifically aimed at serving the needs of the Adi-Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Departments, along with the dedication and determination of many reformers like Periyar E.V. Ramasami, K. Kamaraj and C.N. Annadurai helped pave the way for the use of education as an avenue to reach equality and dignity for the Depressed Classes. This paper will examine how through various policies regarding education, procedures to access scholarships and financial assistance, and other welfare measures the Depressed Classes will evolve from an oppressive past into a more progressive social status that fosters self-respect.
Keywords Education, Depressed Classes, Scheduled Castes, Tamil Nadu, Adi-Dravidar Welfare, Social Reform, Reservation Policy, Empowerment, Equality, Inclusive Development.
Published In Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-03
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.62400
Short DOI https://doi.org/hbdsgw
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