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SHORT ANSWER: The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 defines atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes and establishes accountability for public servants. DETAILS: - Atrocities include acts like causing physical harm, wrongful confinement, and social discrimination against members of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. - Public servants are accountable if they fail to perform their duties to prevent or investigate such atrocities. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Punishment for atrocities can include imprisonment of six months to five years and fines. - Public servants can face disciplinary action and criminal charges for negligence. SOURCE: - Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
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