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@article{210008,
        author = {K Vasantha},
        title = {Socio-Cultural and Economic Dynamics of the Arunthathiyar Community in South India: A Critical Analysis},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {5},
        pages = {4051-4054},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=210008},
        abstract = {The Arunthathiyar community represents a historically marginalized sub-group within Scheduled Castes in South India, predominantly situated in Tamil Nadu. Positioned at the complex intersection of social exclusion, occupational segregation, and economic vulnerability, the community faces distinct socio-cultural and structural challenges. This research paper critically examines the socio-cultural identity formation, historical-occupational trajectories, and contemporary economic status of the Arunthathiyar community. Furthermore, it evaluates the impact of state policy interventions particularly targeted affirmative action, such as the 3% internal sub-quota on social mobility, educational attainment, and economic diversification. Utilizing a qualitative socio-analytical framework based on secondary literature, historical records, and policy reports, this study highlights persistent structural barriers and offers actionable policy recommendations to foster sustainable socio-economic empowerment.},
        keywords = {Arunthathiyar Community, Socio-Cultural Identity, Economic Mobility, Affirmative Action, Internal Sub-Quota, Labor Market Segregation.},
        month = {October},
        }