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Cricket is thriving in Houston, reflecting the city's diverse immigrant population, particularly from South Asia. With over 30 cricket grounds and numerous leagues, the sport is growing rapidly as the T20 Cricket World Cup approaches, bringing international attention and excitement to the region.
California could become the first state to ban caste discrimination as the State Legislature passed a bill that would expressly prohibit such bias. South Asian immigrants, particularly those with Dalit ancestry, face discrimination and social exclusion within their own community in the United States. The issue has sparked intense debate, with opponents arguing that existing laws against discrimination based on religion and ancestry are sufficient. Proponents of the bill believe that an explicit ban on caste discrimination would provide greater protection for victims and raise awareness about this form of bias.
California has moved closer to becoming the first U.S. state to ban caste discrimination after a bill targeting the caste system in South Asian immigrant communities passed the state Assembly. The legislation, introduced by state Senator Aisha Wahab, adds caste to the list of categories protected under California's anti-discrimination laws. The bill is expected to pass the state Senate before heading to Governor Gavin Newsom's desk. Activists argue that caste discrimination should be outlawed, comparing it to other forms of discrimination like racism. The issue is particularly important to Americans of Indian descent and Hindus. The caste system, one of the world's oldest forms of social stratification, continues to perpetuate bias and abuse, despite being outlawed in India over 70 years ago.