Describe three forms of caste politics in India.

Caste is the sole basis of social community It can take various forms in politics as given below:
(i) Selection of candidates: At the time of election, political parties select their candidates on the basis of caste of the voters in a constituency so that they may muster necessary support to win elections.
(ii) Formation of governments: At the time of formation of government or council of Ministers, effort is made to have representatives from all castes and communities.
(iii)Appeal to voters: During election campaign appeals are made to voters to cast heir votes in favour of the candidate of their own caste’
(iv) To bring consciousness among the lower castes: Due to one-person-one-vote, political parties try to mobilise and Secure maximum support from the lower castes. These castes have now realised their importance and have become very about their votes and rights.
(v) Formation of political parties: The political parties such as DMK have been formed on the basis of caste.