6. Confronting Marginalisation
Marginalised groups in society, such as Adivasis, Dalits, and women, have historically faced discrimination but have employed various strategies to assert their rights. They invoke the principles of equality and justice laid out in the Indian Constitution, particularly through Fundamental Rights, to confront social injustices. The chapter discusses the role of legislation and policies aimed at protecting these groups and promoting social justice.
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What we have learnt
- Marginalised groups can utilize the Fundamental Rights enshrined in the Constitution to challenge injustice and discrimination.
- Specific laws, such as the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, provide legal protection for Dalits and Adivasis against discrimination.
- The reservation policy serves as a mechanism to help historically disadvantaged groups access education and employment opportunities.
Key Concepts
- -- Fundamental Rights
- Basic rights guaranteed to all citizens in the Constitution, allowing individuals to invoke these rights when facing discrimination or injustice.
- -- Reservation Policy
- A policy designed to reserve a certain percentage of seats in educational institutions and government jobs for Dalits and Adivasis to promote social equity.
- -- Manual Scavenging
- A traditional profession primarily conducted by Dalit women, involving the manual removal of human waste and considered a highly degrading occupation.
- -- Adivasi Rights
- Rights entitled to indigenous communities regarding their land and resources, often protected under specific legislative frameworks.
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