Confronting Marginalisation - Class 8 - Social Science
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List two Fundamental Rights in the Constitution that Dalits can draw upon to insist that they be treated with dignity and as equals. Re-read the Fundamental Rights listed on page 14 to help you answer this question.
Dalits can draw upon the Right to Equality and Right to Constitutional Remedies provided by the Indian Constitution. The Right to Equality (Article 15) prohibits any discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth, empowering Dalits to seek equality. The Right to Constitutional Remedies gives Dalits the authority to move to the Supreme Court or high courts if they feel their Fundamental Rights have been violated, ensuring their protection against injustice. Through these rights, Dalits can insist on the enforcement of equality and demand dignity and respect.
Re-read the story on Rathnam as well as the provisions of the 1989 Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. Now, list one reason why you think he used this law to file a complaint.
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Sign up nowWhy do Adivasi activists, including C.K. Janu, believe that Adivasis can also use this 1989 Act to fight against dispossession? Is there anything specific in the provisions of the Act that allows her to believe this?
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What are some strategies marginalized groups have used to overcome discrimination?
Marginalized groups, including Adivasis, Dalits, Muslims, and women, have adopted various strategies to combat discrimination and inequality, according to this chapter. Relying on Fundamental Rights provided by the Constitution is one key strategy, ensuring that the government recognizes and addresses injustices against marginalized communities. The strategy of invoking specific laws for protection, such as the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. Furthermore, marginalized groups use activism and protest to influence the creation of new laws and demand social justice, such as land rights for Adivasis and abolition of manual scavenging.
How has the Constitution played a role in supporting marginalized groups in their struggles?
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