Social Media for Social Networking of Dalits
P. Gowtham Devanoor1, B. P. Mahesh Chandra Guru2, M. Dileep Kumar3, Bhanupratap A.4
1P. Gowtham Devanoor, Research Scholar, Department of Studies in Communication and Journalism, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore.
2Dr. B. P. Mahesh Chandra Guru, Professor, Department of Studies in Communication and Journalism, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Karnataka, India.
3M. Dileep Kumar, Guest Faculty, Department of Studies in Communication and Journalism, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore–570006, Karnataka State, India.
4Bhanupratap A, Research Scholar, Department of Studies in Communication and Journalism, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore.
Manuscript received on 02 November 2017 | Revised Manuscript received on 21 November 2017 | Manuscript Published on 30 December 2017 | PP: 14-18 | Volume-7 Issue-2, November 2017 | Retrieval Number: B2474117217/2017©BEIESP
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Abstract: The importance of social networks lies in their value as social capital. Social networking has become a new platform for collaborative endeavors in all walks of life. The structural pattern of relations of a social network can have significant impact on how actors actually behave. The social networks are developed for the development of identity and peer relationships in modern times. The emerging science of social networks truly has transformative power. There is strong evidence to suggest that social networks can improve the socioeconomic well-being of communities. Dalits have been widely using social networking sites to g enerate debates about the casteism and issues related to it. Social learning and participation are crucial for the Dalits since they need aggressive preparation and effective practical strategies to secure their share from the wider society. The social media reconstructs the debates around social justice, inclusive development and sustainable development related issues and concerns of Dalits.
Keyword: Importance, Platform, Network, Developed, Transformative Power, Dalits.
Scope of the Article: Social Network