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SHORT ANSWER: Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes are protected under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. DETAILS: - This Act prevents atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. - It provides for special courts for the trial of offenses. - It mandates the establishment of a National Commission for Scheduled Castes and a National Commission for Scheduled Tribes. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Offenders can face imprisonment ranging from 6 months to life, depending on the severity of the offense. SOURCE: - Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
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