A recent government report highlights the alarming rise in atrocities against Dalits, officially known as Scheduled Castes (SCs), in India. Of the 51,656 cases registered under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act in 2022, Uttar Pradesh accounted for the highest percentage at 23.78% with 12,287 cases, followed by Rajasthan with 8,651 cases (16.75%) and Madhya Pradesh with 7,732 cases (14.97%). Notably, 97.7% of all reported atrocities against SCs occurred in just 13 states, underscoring a concentrated issue in these regions. Additionally, Madhya Pradesh led in atrocities against Scheduled Tribes (STs) with 2,979 cases (30.61%).
Dalits, or Scheduled Castes, are a historically marginalized group in India, often subjected to severe discrimination and social exclusion. Constitutional provisions are in place to safeguard their rights, including:
This Act was enacted to prevent atrocities against SCs and STs, providing stronger legal recourse and ensuring that offences are tried in special courts for expedited justice. Key amendments include:
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