Odisha: Nine Booked for Ostracizing Family Over Inter-Caste Marriage
Nine individuals were booked in Odisha under the SC/ST Act for ostracizing the family of an officer whose son had an inter-caste marriage, highlighting persistent social discrimination.
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त्वरित संशोधन
Nine individuals booked in Odisha.
Booked under SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Reason: Ostracizing a family over an inter-caste marriage.
Highlights persistent caste discrimination and social boycott.
महत्वपूर्ण संख्याएं
दृश्य सामग्री
Inter-Caste Marriage Ostracism Incident in Odisha
This map highlights the state of Odisha, where a recent incident of social ostracism due to an inter-caste marriage occurred. It underscores the geographical prevalence of such social issues despite legal prohibitions.
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परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
Constitutional provisions against discrimination (Articles 15, 17, 21).
The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989: key features, amendments, implementation challenges.
Social justice issues: caste discrimination, untouchability, social exclusion, inter-caste marriages.
Role of civil society and government in combating social evils.
Impact of traditional social structures on modern society.
विस्तृत सारांश देखें
सारांश
In a disturbing incident from Odisha, nine individuals have been booked under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act for allegedly ostracizing the family of a government officer. The reason for this social boycott was his son's inter-caste marriage, which was reportedly solemnized without the consent of the village community. The family was allegedly denied access to community services and social interactions, a clear violation of their fundamental rights.
This incident sheds light on the persistent issue of caste discrimination and social ostracism in parts of India, despite legal prohibitions. It underscores the challenges in eradicating deep-rooted prejudices and the importance of legal frameworks like the SC/ST Act in protecting vulnerable communities.
पृष्ठभूमि
नवीनतम घटनाक्रम
बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989: 1. The Act defines 'social boycott' as an atrocity and makes it punishable. 2. It mandates the establishment of Special Courts for the speedy trial of offences under the Act. 3. The 2018 amendment to the Act removed the provision for anticipatory bail in cases registered under it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
Statement 1: The Act, especially after amendments in 2015, explicitly covers various forms of social boycott and discrimination as atrocities, making them punishable. Statement 2: Section 14 of the Act mandates the establishment of Special Courts for the purpose of providing for speedy trial of offences under the Act. Statement 3: The SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Act, 2018, inserted Section 18A, which explicitly states that preliminary inquiry is not required for registration of an FIR and the approval of any authority is not required for arrest. It also clarified that Section 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (anticipatory bail) shall not apply to any case under this Act. This was in response to a Supreme Court judgment that had diluted some provisions.
2. In the context of combating caste discrimination and social ostracism in India, consider the following statements: 1. Article 17 of the Constitution not only abolishes 'Untouchability' but also makes its practice in any form an offence punishable by law. 2. The right to social interaction and community services, free from discrimination, is implicitly protected under Article 21 of the Constitution. 3. The State is empowered to make special provisions for the advancement of any socially and educationally backward classes of citizens, or for the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes, under Article 15. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
Statement 1: Article 17 explicitly abolishes 'Untouchability' and declares its practice in any form to be an offence punishable in accordance with law. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, further elaborates on this. Statement 2: Article 21 (Right to life and personal liberty) has been interpreted broadly by the Supreme Court to include the right to live with dignity, which encompasses the right to social interaction, access to community services, and freedom from social ostracism. Statement 3: Article 15(4) and 15(5) allow the State to make special provisions for the advancement of SEBCs, SCs, and STs, including in educational institutions and public employment. This is a key aspect of affirmative action to address historical discrimination.
3. With reference to government initiatives aimed at promoting social integration and combating caste barriers, consider the following: 1. The Dr. Ambedkar Scheme for Social Integration through Inter-Caste Marriages provides financial incentives to couples where one spouse belongs to a Scheduled Caste. 2. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, was enacted to give effect to Article 17 of the Constitution. 3. The Kaka Kalelkar Commission was the first Backward Classes Commission appointed in India, which identified various castes as socially and educationally backward. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
Statement 1: The Dr. Ambedkar Scheme, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, aims to encourage inter-caste marriages to reduce caste prejudices and promote social integration. It provides a financial incentive to eligible couples where one spouse is from a Scheduled Caste. Statement 2: The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 (originally Untouchability (Offences) Act, 1955), was indeed enacted to enforce Article 17 by prescribing punishments for the practice of untouchability. Statement 3: The First Backward Classes Commission, popularly known as the Kaka Kalelkar Commission, was appointed in 1953 under Article 340 of the Constitution. It submitted its report in 1955, identifying 2,399 castes as socially and educationally backward.