Ruth Manorama
(1952-)

Indian Human Rights Activist
2006 Right Livelihood Award Winner
1000 Women for the Nobel Peace Prize 2005

birthdate: May 30
birthplace:
Madras, Tamil Nadu, India

QUTOES

An intensive human rights education for all communities needs to be provided to overcome the old prejudices.

"I have tremendous confidence in the capacity of the poor to transform not only their own lives but also to build a just, humane, and democratic society."

"To bounce like a ball that has been hit became my deepest desire, and not to curl up and collapse because of the blow."

The continuation of the practice of casteism and untouchability in traditional and modern forms led to ever-present violations of human rights. Despite legal provisions the institution of untouchability continues to govern the socio-economic and political realm in our country.

In order for Dalit women to attain liberation and dignity, it is crucial for them to acquire higher education and social, political and economic upliftment, capacitating for leadership and decision making positions, and that they are brought on par with the general population in terms of overall development.

 

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