SHORT ANSWER:
The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 defines specific atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
DETAILS:
- Atrocities include acts like forcing a member of SC/ST to drink or eat inedible substances, preventing them from entering places of worship, and using derogatory language against them.
- The Act categorizes discrimination based on social status, economic conditions, and cultural practices.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Punishments can include imprisonment ranging from six 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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