In order to reach at the crux of the research, the theoretical framework was built
around the subject, `Caste and Identity', with special reference to Ambedkar and Gandhi.
The book further deals with the concepts of Inferiority Complex in the light of different
personality theories and contextual issues. The investigation reveals that Employed Dalits
in Urban settings seemingly develop a higher level of Inferiority Complex compared to the
Non-Dalits in the same context. In spite of their educational and economic development,
the Employed Dalits experience more of Inferiority Complex apparently caused by the stigma
of untouchability. The implications for Pastoral Care were made based on the findings to
help Urban Employed Dalits, Men and Women, to overcome Inferiority Complex.
Contents
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Preface
List of Abbreviations
List of Tables
1. Introduction and Methology
2. Caste and Identity : An Overview
3. Personality Theories and Contextual Issues in Relation to Inferiority Complex
4. Analysis of Data and Discussion of Results
5. Implications for Pastoral Care
6. Conclusion
Appendices
Select Bibliography
Rev. Dr. Epratha Sarathy is an Ordained Minister of `Karnataka Baptist
Convention' which comes under the umbrella of `Southern Baptist Convention of USA'. At
present he is on the faculty at United Theological College, Bangalore, serving as an
Associate Professor and Chairperson of the Christian Ministry Department. He also holds
the responsibility as the Coordinator of Counselling Training Centre of United Theological
College, Bangalore. He is married to Dr. Rathnamma Sarathy, who serves as the `Taluk
Health Officer' with the department of `Health and Family Welfare', Government of
Karnataka. They are blessed with 2 Sons, Daivashish Sarathy, a medical doctor, and
Daivanvesh Sarathy, pursuing his Bachelor of Engineering (Aeronautical).
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