Protection of Civil Rights and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment
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Summary
Strengthened protections for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes against caste-based atrocities. Enhanced penalties, established special courts, and provided for rights of victims during investigation and trial.