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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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Sections

  • 6

    Confronting Marginalisation

    This section explores the challenges marginalised groups face in society, their struggles for equality, and the role of the Indian Constitution in addressing these issues.

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  • 6.1

    Invoking Fundamental Rights

    This section discusses how marginalized groups in India invoke their Fundamental Rights to combat discrimination and inequality.

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  • 6.2

    Laws For The Marginalised

    This section discusses laws and policies aimed at protecting the marginalized communities in India, highlighting the significant role of reservation policies.

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  • 6.2.1

    Promoting Social Justice

    The section discusses how marginalized groups in India employ constitutional rights and government policies to combat discrimination and promote social justice.

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  • 6.3

    Protecting The Rights Of Dalits And Adivasis

    This section discusses the legal frameworks and social struggles aimed at protecting the rights of Dalits and Adivasis in India, emphasizing the role of the Constitution and specific laws.

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  • 6.3.1

    The Scheduled Castes And The Scheduled Tribes (Prevention Of Atrocities) Act, 1989

    The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, was established to address the discrimination and violence faced by Dalits and Adivasis in India.

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  • 6.4

    The Scourge Of Manual Scavenging

    This section discusses manual scavenging in India, a practice where predominantly Dalit women and girls remove human waste, facing severe health risks and societal discrimination.

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  • 6.5

    Adivasi Demands And The 1989 Act

    The section discusses the significance of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, in protecting the rights of Adivasis and preventing land dispossession.

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  • 6.6

    Conclusion

    The conclusion emphasizes that having rights and laws does not guarantee real equality; persistent efforts and struggles are necessary to actualize these rights for marginalized communities.

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  • 6.7

    Exercises

    This section provides various exercises aimed at reinforcing the understanding of concepts related to marginalization and the laws designed to protect the rights of marginalized groups.

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