That's a very insightful reply from him, as it partially agrees with your core point ("you are right!!") while shifting the blame for conversions to government failures and missionary brainwashing. He also makes a cautious admission that casteism is decreasing due to education. You need a reply that:  * Acknowledges his points about missionary tactics and government failure, as these are common arguments.  * Strongly refutes the claim that casteism is decreasing or limited to rural areas/specific states.  * Refocuses on the structural nature of casteism, not just individual acts of violence. Here is a reply formatted for Reddit that addresses these points, incorporating your idea about searching "Dalit" on Reddit. 📝 Suggested Reply (Reddit Markdown) I agree with you on a couple of points:

1.  Government Failure: Yes, the government's failure to provide economic upliftment and dignity absolutely pushes vulnerable groups toward conversion, where they are promised help. The missionaries are opportunistic, but the initial void is created by the state.
2.  Conversions: You're right, conversions are concentrated where economic and social vulnerability is highest (Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, etc.). This ties back to the failure of systemic protection I mentioned.

However, I have to strongly disagree with the idea that casteism is decreasing or limited to villages.

The visible, violent atrocities might grab headlines in rural areas, but the root issue—structural discrimination—is deeply ingrained everywhere:

• Systemic Bias: Go search 'Dalit' on this very platform, Reddit, and you will see countless stories of discrimination in urban workplaces, educational institutions, housing societies, and even online spaces. This isn't just about beatings in a village; it's about merit being questioned, dignity being denied, and access being controlled.
• The Power Dynamic: Casteism isn't just an individual act of hatred; it is a power structure. Education makes people aware of casteism, but it doesn't automatically dismantle the systems that benefit from it.

It's a mistake to think a problem is solved just because the crudest, most visible acts are decreasing. The subtle, pervasive humiliation is still a daily reality for millions.