[19] JUSTICE, HUMAN DIGNITY, AND EQUALITY AMONG DALIT WORKING WOMEN IN TIRUPPUR: A BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL REFLECTION
How to Cite the Article: Ivy Singh & M. Dora Florence (2026). Justice, Human Dignity, and Equality among Dalit Working Women in Tiruppur: A Biblical and Theological Reflection. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Reviews, 5(7),275-285. https://doi.org/10.56815/ijmrr.v5i7.2026.275-285
Abstract
Dalit women are multi-marginalised by caste, gender and class in the unorganised textile and garment sectors of Tiruppur. Despite the fact that the textile sector has been a significant contributor to the economy of the region and nation, women are still faced with poor working conditions with less wages, job insecurity and a hazardous working environment. This study examines the experiences of working Dalit women through Dalit, liberation, feminist and womanist theological prisms. This survey investigates these experiences especially from biblically and theologically. This research used the qualitative research theological methodology to explore the socio-economic status of Dalit women with reference to various biblical texts that advocate for human dignity, justice, equality, and the preferential option for the poor and oppressed by God. The results demonstrate that caste exclusion, gender discrimination, labour exploitation, and social vulnerability are all interlinked, which collectively alter the denial of dignity and equality of opportunity. Christian teachings are thus founded in a robust theological reasoning originating in the creation narrative, Exodus, prophetic call to justice, as well as the ministry of Jesus Christ to resist oppressive social structures and to affirm the intrinsic worth of every human being who is made in the image of God. According to the report, the church has a crucial and prophetic ministry responsibility to foster social justice, support labour rights, empower dalit women with education and leadership skills, and construct inclusive communities that reject caste and gender discrimination. This study examines how theology may be meaningfully engaged with the social reality of our times. It additionally contributes to discussions of faith-based social transformation. In conclusion, the report suggests some recommendations for different actors including the church, policymakers, civil society, and industry for promoting justice, dignity, equality and sustainable empowerment of the Dalit working women in Tiruppur.
