What is Social Boycott?
The act of ostracizing or excluding an individual or group from social interaction, economic activity, or community participation, often as a form of punishment or coercion.
Historical Background
Social boycott has deep roots in India's social structure, historically practiced by caste panchayats and other community groups to enforce social norms and maintain hierarchies. It has been used to punish individuals for inter-caste marriages, defying traditional customs, or challenging authority.