"This work serves as a visual exploration of objects integral to the historical and, in some cases, ongoing oppression faced by the Dalit community in India. Each image within the booklet portrays the body's interaction with these objects, set against a theatrical backdrop. The camera's unique ability to both freeze and extend moments in time becomes a crucial tool in capturing and deconstructing the act of 'touching.'
The actions photographed intend to reclaim these objects and redefine their significance. It aims to disrupt the narrative surrounding these items, in an effort to dismantle oppressive symbols. The text featured in the work is drawn from the meticulous writings of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, specifically sourced from 'Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's Writings and Speeches, Vol. 5.'
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