
Originally Posted by
Davis Knowlton
Just an interesting sidebar. I, like many others, automatically assumed this lady was a high-caste Indian. In fact, she is not only not high caste, she is from the lowest caste in India - the Untouchables.
Absolutely unthinkable just a few years ago that an untouchable could have become an Indian diplomat as their diplomatic service has always been reserved for only those born into the highest castes.
Doesn't change a thing regarding her treatment of her servant, but I did find this interesting.